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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Yusuf Ahmad, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmad completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (520) 276-6047.
Where did Dr. Ahmad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Lagos Coll of Med-Lagos,Nigeria
Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Yusuf Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ahmad diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ahmad. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yusuf Ahmad may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 276-6047 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Ahmad in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
Dr. Yusuf Ahmad's Primary Practice
3945 E Paradise Falls Dr Ste 105
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 276-6047
What is Dr. Ahmad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467421131.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmad
What is Dr. Yusuf Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Tucson, AZ.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Yusuf Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center, Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Yusuf Ahmad accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Yusuf Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yusuf Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (520) 276-6047 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yusuf Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (520) 276-6047 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yusuf Ahmad have?
Dr. Yusuf Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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