Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Assal, Medical Oncologist in NEW YORK, NY?
Amer Assal MD is a board certified medical oncologist and hematologist who specializes in the use of autologous and allogeneic bone marrow stem cell transplantation for the treatment of multiple myeloma, leukemia, lymphoma, myelodysplastic syndromes and other bone marrow disorders. Dr. Assal completed his medical education and internal medicine training at NYU School of Medicine. He was also a hospitalist in the department of medicine at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center caring for patients with a variety of cancer diagnoses, including stem cell transplant patients. Dr. Assal completed a fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine where he also served as chief fellow. He finally completed a fellowship in blood and marrow stem cell transplantation at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. His research interests center around improving outcomes of stem cell transplantation and the diseases it is used to treat. He has a particular interest in immunotherapy and studying ways to harness the immune system to attack tumor cells, while at the same time decreasing the risk of graft versus host disease. He is also interested in studying therapeutic interventions to prevent and treat relapse of disease after stem cell transplantation. He has presented his research at several national conferences and was awarded an American Society of Hematology Abstract Achievement award for his research.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Assal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Assal board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Amer Assal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Assal speak?
Dr. Assal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Assal typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Assal 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. Assal. 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:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Stem Cells
- Organ Transplantation
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Cell Therapy Transplant
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9484: Stem cells transplant status
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Assal accept my insurance?
Dr. Assal 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. Assal accept in NEW YORK, NY?
Dr. Assal in NEW YORK, NY 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)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
Transamerica
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Assal's office located?
Bone Marrow Transplant and Cell Therapy Program
520 East 70th Street
Starr Pavilion, 3rd Floor
NEW YORK, NY 10021
What is Dr. Assal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Assal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952577884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Assal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Assal
What is Dr. Amer Assal's specialty?
Dr. Assal is a Medical Oncologist near NEW YORK, NY.
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. Amer Assal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Assal is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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
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Is Amer Assal accepting new patients in NEW YORK, NY?
Yes, Dr. Amer Assal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amer Assal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Assal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amer Assal?
Please contact Dr. Assal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amer Assal have?
Dr. Amer Assal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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