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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Franz, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Joseph Franz, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Franz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franz’s office at (412) 864-6600.
What languages does Dr. Franz speak?
Dr. Franz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Franz treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Franz 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. Franz. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- Acute Blood Cancer
- Undifferentiated Acute Leukemia
- Fast-growing Blood Cancer
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9500: Acute leukemia of unspecified cell type not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
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:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphosarcoma
- NHL
- Large B-cell Lymphoma
- B-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- B-NHL
- B-cell Lymphosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
- C8333: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, intra-abdominal lymph nodes
- C8510: Unspecified B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8335: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of inguinal region and lower limb
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome with Excess Blasts
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS with excess blasts
- RAEB-1
- Preleukemia with excess blasts
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4621: Refractory anemia with excess of blasts 1
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Franz perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Franz 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Franz's office.
Does Dr. Franz accept my insurance?
Dr. Franz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 864-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Franz accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Franz in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Franz's office located?
Dr. Joseph Franz's Primary Practice
5115 Centre Ave Fl 3
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 864-6600
What is Dr. Franz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Franz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255864690.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Franz
What is Dr. Joseph Franz's specialty?
Dr. Franz is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Franz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Franz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Franz is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital, Indiana Regional Medical Center, Acmh Hospital 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 Joseph Franz accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Franz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Franz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Franz's office at (412) 864-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Franz?
Please contact Dr. Franz's office at (412) 864-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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