Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ho, Medical Oncologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Alan Ho, MD, PHD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ho graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Ho is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ho’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ho’s office at (212) 744-2191.
Where did Dr. Ho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Memorial Sloan - Kettering Cancer Center
Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals | Cornell Univ. Medical College | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Ho board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Alan Ho, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008
What languages does Dr. Ho speak?
Dr. Ho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Ho typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Ho 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. Ho. 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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Thyroid Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
- Papillary Thyroid Cancer
- Follicular Thyroid Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
- Z85850: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of thyroid
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Salivary Gland Cancer
- Salivary Gland Tumor
- Salivary Gland Carcinoma
- Major Salivary Gland Cancer
- Parotid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C089: Malignant neoplasm of major salivary gland, unspecified
- C07: Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Spread
- Lung Cancer
- Metastatic Lung Cancer
- Secondary Lung Tumor
- Lung Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7800: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified lung
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Ho typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alan Ho 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
Please contact Dr. Ho's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ho accept my insurance?
Dr. Ho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 744-2191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ho accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Ho 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ho's office located?
What is Dr. Ho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851567879.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ho
What is Dr. Alan Ho's specialty?
Dr. Ho 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. Alan Ho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ho is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall - Newburgh 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 Alan Ho accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alan Ho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Ho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (212) 744-2191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Ho?
Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (212) 744-2191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Ho have?
Dr. Alan Ho is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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