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Dr. Joan Kramer, MD

Atlanta, GA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kramer, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Joan Kramer, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Kramer is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kramer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kramer’s office at (404) 616-4307.

    Where did Dr. Kramer go to medical school and complete their residency?

      Is Dr. Kramer board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. Joan Kramer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Kramer speak?

      Dr. Kramer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

      • Chinese

      • English

      • Spanish

      What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kramer typically treat?

      As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kramer 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. Kramer. 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:

      • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
      • Iron Deficiency Anemia
      • Anemia
      • Iron
      • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
      • Chronic blood loss anemia
      • Low iron anemia from bleeding
      • Anemia from Iron Lack
      • Low Iron Anemia
      • Sideropenic Anemia
      • Low Red Blood Cell Count
      • Low Hemoglobin
      • Iron deficiency

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
      • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
      • D649: Anemia, unspecified

      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:

      • Thrombocytopenia
      • Platelet Disorder
      • Low platelet count
      • Platelet deficiency
      • Bleeding disorder

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

      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:

      • 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:

      • Lung Cancer
      • Right lung cancer
      • Bronchial cancer
      • Malignant neoplasm of lung

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung

      Also known as:

      • Multiple Myeloma
      • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
      • Active multiple myeloma
      • Untreated multiple myeloma
      • Plasma cell myeloma

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

      Also known as:

      • Polycythemia vera
      • Bone Marrow Disease
      • Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
      • PV
      • Primary polycythemia
      • Erythremia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D45: Polycythemia vera

      What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kramer typically perform?

      As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joan Kramer may include:

      Please contact Dr. Kramer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

      Does Dr. Kramer accept my insurance?

      Dr. Kramer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 616-4307 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Kramer accept in Atlanta, GA?

      Dr. Kramer in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Cigna Group

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Federal government of the United States

      • Humana

      • Martin's Point Health Care

      • Medicaid

      • Medicare

      • Point32Health

      • UnitedHealth Group

      • Unknown

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      Where is Dr. Kramer's office located?

      Department Of Hematology/Medical Oncology At Grady

      49 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE

      Atlanta, GA 30303

      (404) 616-4307

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      Dr. Joan Kramer's Practice 2

      1364 Clifton Rd NE

      Atlanta, GA 30322

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      What is Dr. Kramer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

      Dr. Kramer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407804032.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kramer?

      Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kramer

      What is Dr. Joan Kramer's specialty?

      Dr. Kramer is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Atlanta, GA.

      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. Joan Kramer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Kramer is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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

      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 Joan Kramer accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

      Yes, Dr. Joan Kramer is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Joan Kramer offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Kramer's office at (404) 616-4307 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Joan Kramer?

      Please contact Dr. Kramer's office at (404) 616-4307 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Joan Kramer have?

      Dr. Joan Kramer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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