22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nugent, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Francis Nugent, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Nugent graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Baystate Med Center. Dr. Nugent is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nugent’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nugent’s office at (781) 744-8000.
Where did Dr. Nugent go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Med Center
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
What languages does Dr. Nugent speak?
Dr. Nugent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Nugent treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Nugent 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. Nugent. 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.
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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Appendix Cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Descending Colon Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C186: Malignant neoplasm of descending colon
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Benign Tumor
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Nasopharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Nasopharynx
- Pharyngeal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C119: Malignant neoplasm of nasopharynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Which procedures does Dr. Nugent perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Francis Nugent 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nugent's office.
Does Dr. Nugent accept my insurance?
Dr. Nugent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 744-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nugent accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Nugent in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nugent's office located?
What is Dr. Nugent's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nugent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033106695.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nugent?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nugent
What is Dr. Francis Nugent's specialty?
Dr. Nugent is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Boston, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Nugent to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francis Nugent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nugent is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital 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
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Is Francis Nugent accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Francis Nugent is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Nugent offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nugent's office at (781) 744-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Nugent?
Please contact Dr. Nugent's office at (781) 744-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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