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Dr. Igor Matushansky, MD, PHD

Dr. Igor Matushansky, MD, PHD

NEW YORK, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Matushansky, Medical Oncologist in NEW YORK, NY?

    For over 20 years Dr. Matushansky?s clinical practice has focused exclusively on the treatment and care of patients with sarcomas (i.e., cancers of musculoskeletal origins) and/or sarcoma related diseases. Dr. Matushansky earned a BA degree from Columbia College, Columbia University and MD & PhD degrees from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He performed his internal medicine residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center and then completed a fellowship in Medical Oncology, as well as a post-doctoral research fellowship in Cancer Biology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

    Where did Dr. Matushansky go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    What languages does Dr. Matushansky speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Matushansky typically treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Matushansky 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. Matushansky. 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:

    • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
    • Soft Tissue Cancer of Left Lower Limb
    • Cancer
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Connective Tissue Cancer
    • Soft Tissue Cancer
    • Sarcoma of left leg
    • Malignant soft tissue tumor of left leg
    • Connective tissue cancer of left leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
    • C4922: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Kaposi Sarcoma
    • KS
    • Kaposi's Cancer
    • Kaposi's Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C469: Kaposi's sarcoma, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    • Small Intestine Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    • Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
    • GIST of stomach
    • Gastric GIST
    • Stomach tumor
    • GIST of small intestine
    • Small bowel GIST
    • Small intestine tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
    • C49A3: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of small intestine

    Also known as:

    • Bone Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Primary Bone Cancer
    • Malignant Bone Tumor
    • Bone Sarcoma
    • Osteosarcoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    • Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
    • GIST
    • GI stromal tumor
    • Stomach and bowel tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C49A0: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Desmoid Tumor
    • Desmoid tumor
    • Aggressive Fibromatosis
    • Deep Fibromatosis
    • Desmoid Fibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D48119: Desmoid tumor of unspecified site

    Does Dr. Matushansky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Matushansky 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. Matushansky accept in NEW YORK, NY?

    Dr. Matushansky 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

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Matushansky's office located?

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue

    NEW YORK, NY 10032

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

    Dr. Matushansky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609085679.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matushansky?

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

    What is Dr. Igor Matushansky's specialty?

    Dr. Matushansky 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. Igor Matushansky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Matushansky 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

    When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Oncologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Igor Matushansky accepting new patients in NEW YORK, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Igor Matushansky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Igor Matushansky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Matushansky's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Igor Matushansky?

    Please contact Dr. Matushansky's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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