Dr. Samuel Yamshon, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Medical Oncologist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Yamshon, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New York, NY?

Samuel Yamshon, M.D. is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine/New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Yamshon cares for patients with blood cancers with a specific focus on lymphoma and improving outcomes for patients using innovative treatments like cellular immunotherapies including CAR T-cell therapy.?Dr. Yamshon received his B.A. from Columbia University and completed his medical training at the University of California, Davis. He returned to New York to train in Internal Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine, where he also completed his fellowship in Hematology and Oncology. At Weill Cornell Medicine, he specializes in treating patients with lymphoma using cellular therapies including bone marrow transplantation and CAR T cell therapy, and is involved in clinical research dedicated to improving outcomes for patients with lymphoma. He has been involved in lymphoma research for over a decade, co-authoring numerous publications and several presentations at national meetings. Dr. Yamshon is also an Editorial Fellow for the journal Leukemia & Lymphoma. He has received multiple research grants including the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Young Investigator Award and the Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) Scientific Research Mentoring Program.?

What languages does Dr. Yamshon speak?

Dr. Yamshon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Yamshon typically treat?

As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Yamshon 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. Yamshon. 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:

Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Lymphoma
DLBCL
Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
MCL
Mantle Cell Lymphoma Cancer

ICD-10 Codes:

C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
C8310: Mantle cell lymphoma, unspecified site

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:

Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
AML Leukemia in Remission
Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission

ICD-10 Codes:

C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission

Also known as:

Immune Deficiency
Immune System and Disorder
Weak Immune System
Immune System Disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Yamshon typically perform?

As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Yamshon 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. Yamshon. 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:

Collecting Patient's Own Blood Stem Cells for Transplant
Autologous Stem Cell Harvest
Blood Stem Cell Collection
Hematopoietic Stem Cell Apheresis

CPT Codes:

38206: Blood-derived hematopoietic progenitor cell harvesting for transplantation, per collection; autologous

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

Does Dr. Yamshon accept my insurance?

Dr. Yamshon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Yamshon accept in New York, NY?

Dr. Yamshon 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
H & R Block
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Yamshon's office located?

Bone Marrow Transplant and Cell Therapy Program

520 East 70th Street

Starr Pavilion, 3rd Floor

New York, NY 10021

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What hospitals are Dr. Yamshon affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Yamshon has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center,New York, NY

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 6 Procedures

What is Dr. Yamshon's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Yamshon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174914543.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamshon?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamshon

What is Dr. Samuel Yamshon's specialty?

Dr. Yamshon is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New York, NY.

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 Dr. Samuel Yamshon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Yamshon is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell 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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