Summary

Dr. Ammar Alkassm specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of medical conditions. He completed his residency training at Rochester General Hospital in 2014, which provided him with extensive experience in managing complex internal medicine cases. Dr. Alkassm is fluent in both Arabic and English, allowing him to serve patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Dr. Alkassm practices at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, New York. His clinical expertise includes caring for patients with type 2 diabetes and helping them manage their blood sugar levels effectively. He also treats patients with chronic kidney disease, including those with advanced stages of the condition who require specialized monitoring and treatment plans.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, English
  • Rochester General Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Ammar Zaher Alkassm

1455 E Ridge RdRochester, NY 14621

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Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ammar Zaher Alkassm

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna Healthcare (RGH does not participate with the Aetna Medicare Advantage Plan)
  • CareIQ
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • ElderONE
  • Emblem Health
  • Empire Plan
  • Excellus BCBS
  • Fidelis Care of NY (RGH does not participate with Fidelis Medicare Plans)
  • First Niagara Business Works
  • Health Republic
  • HealthNow NY (RGH does not participate with HealthNow Medicaid Plans)
  • Humana (Some patients are still covered in full while others may incur a 50% Co-insurance bill.)
  • Independent Health
  • Lifetime Benefits (formerly RMSCO)
  • Magnacare "
  • Martins Point - US Family Health Plan"
  • Medicare
  • MetraComp
  • Multi Plan
  • MVP Healthcare
  • North American Administrators
  • NY Medicaid
  • OneCall Medical
  • POMCO
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare
  • Value Options (Behavioral Health)
  • Wellcare of New York
  • YourCare Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Ammar Zaher Alkassm has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Ammar Zaher Alkassm has the following area of expertise

  • Hospitalist

Certifications, License, & Education

Ammar Zaher Alkassm holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Rochester General Hospital in 2014.

NPI Number

Ammar Zaher Alkassm's NPI number is 1366721581.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ammar Alkassm's office located?
Ammar Alkassm's office is located at 1455 E Ridge Rd, Rochester, NY, 14621.
What languages does Ammar Alkassm speak?
Ammar Alkassm speaks Arabic and English.
Which hospitals is Ammar Alkassm affiliated with?
Ammar Alkassm is affiliated with Rochester General Hospital.
Does Ammar Alkassm accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Ammar Alkassm has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Ammar Alkassm accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Ammar Alkassm accepts on their Vitals profile.

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