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Who is Dr. Mcknight, Medical Oncologist in Salisbury, MD?
Dr. John Mcknight, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Salisbury, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mcknight completed his residency at U Pittsburgh Hosp. Dr. Mcknight is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcknight’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcknight’s office at (202) 459-6740.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mcknight?
Dr. John Mcknight, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mcknight empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Salisbury, MD community, Dr. Mcknight is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mcknight go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Pittsburgh Hosp
What languages does Dr. Mcknight speak?
Dr. Mcknight and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Mcknight typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Mcknight 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. Mcknight. 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Mcknight typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Mcknight 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. Mcknight. 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:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
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. Mcknight accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcknight accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 459-6740 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcknight accept in Salisbury, MD?
Dr. Mcknight in Salisbury, MD 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 South Carolina
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mcknight's office located?
Dr. John Mcknight's Primary Practice
1305 S Salisbury Blvd Ste 5
Salisbury, MD 21801
(202) 459-6740
What is Dr. Mcknight's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcknight's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629081963.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcknight?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcknight
What is Dr. John Mcknight's specialty?
Dr. Mcknight is a Medical Oncologist near Salisbury, MD.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. John Mcknight affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mcknight is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: City of Hope Atlanta. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 John Mcknight accepting new patients in Salisbury, MD?
Yes, Dr. John Mcknight is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Mcknight offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcknight's office at (202) 459-6740 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Mcknight?
Please contact Dr. Mcknight's office at (202) 459-6740 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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