50 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brettler, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Doreen Brettler, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Brettler completed her residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. Dr. Brettler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brettler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brettler’s office at (508) 334-6074.
Where did Dr. Brettler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Brigham and Women's Hospital
Residency: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center | Stanford University Medical Center
Medical School: Stanford University School Of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA
Is Dr. Brettler board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Doreen Brettler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brettler speak?
Dr. Brettler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Brettler typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Brettler 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. Brettler. 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.
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
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:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
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:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Brettler typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Brettler 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. Brettler. 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.
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. Brettler accept my insurance?
Dr. Brettler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-6074 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brettler accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Brettler in Worcester, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UMass Memorial Health Care
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Where is Dr. Brettler's office located?
What is Dr. Brettler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brettler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710960398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brettler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brettler
What is Dr. Doreen Brettler's specialty?
Dr. Brettler is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Worcester, MA.
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. Doreen Brettler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brettler is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster 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 Doreen Brettler accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Doreen Brettler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Doreen Brettler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brettler's office at (508) 334-6074 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Doreen Brettler?
Please contact Dr. Brettler's office at (508) 334-6074 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Doreen Brettler have?
Dr. Doreen Brettler is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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