38 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Shabbir Ahmad, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Altoona, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmad completed his residency at Kingsbrook Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, Panjabi; Punjabi, 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 (814) 641-5400.
Where did Dr. Ahmad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Nishtar Medical College, Bahuddin Zakaria University
Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shabbir 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
Panjabi; Punjabi
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 here.
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Cancer of Peritoneum
- Abdominal Lining Cancer
- Primary Peritoneal Cancer
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C482: Malignant neoplasm of peritoneum, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ahmad performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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 here.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 641-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Ahmad in Altoona, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
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 1982673133.
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. Shabbir Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Altoona, PA.
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. Shabbir Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Upmc Altoona which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Shabbir Ahmad accepting new patients in Altoona, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shabbir Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shabbir Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (814) 641-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shabbir Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (814) 641-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shabbir Ahmad have?
Dr. Shabbir Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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