37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Papa, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in East Greenwich, RI?
Dr. Alessandro Papa, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in East Greenwich, RI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Papa graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Danbury Hosp. Dr. Papa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Papa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Papa’s office.
Where did Dr. Papa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Danbury Hosp | Roger Williams Medical Center Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Is Dr. Papa board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alessandro Papa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Papa speak?
Dr. Papa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Papa treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Papa 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. Papa. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Nutritional Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Dietary Anemia
- Malnutrition Anemia
- Vitamin Deficiency Anemia
- 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)
- D539: Nutritional anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood and Bone Marrow Disorder
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
- Hematologic Conditions
- Diseases of Blood-Forming Organs
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
- D7589: Other specified diseases of blood and blood-forming organs
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- High Platelet Count
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- Thrombocytosis
- Elevated platelet count
- Too many platelets
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D75839: Thrombocytosis, 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:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Chronic Blood Clot in Vein
- Chronic Venous Thrombosis
- Long-term Vein Clot
- Chronic Thrombophlebitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8291: Chronic embolism and thrombosis of unspecified vein
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Other Inherited Blood Clotting Disorder
- Bleeding Disorder
- Rare Thrombophilia
- Genetic Clotting Tendency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6859: Other primary thrombophilia
Which procedures does Dr. Papa perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alessandro Papa 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. Papa's office.
Does Dr. Papa accept my insurance?
Dr. Papa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Papa accept in East Greenwich, RI?
Dr. Papa in East Greenwich, RI 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 Rhode Island
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Papa's office located?
What is Dr. Papa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Papa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295725141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Papa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Papa
What is Dr. Alessandro Papa's specialty?
Dr. Papa is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near East Greenwich, RI. 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. Papa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alessandro Papa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Papa is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, South County Hospital Campus 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 Alessandro Papa accepting new patients in East Greenwich, RI?
Yes, Dr. Alessandro Papa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alessandro Papa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Papa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alessandro Papa?
Please contact Dr. Papa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alessandro Papa have?
Dr. Alessandro Papa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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