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Dr. Janivette Alsina, MD, PHD
Springfield, MA
16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alsina, Surgical Oncologist in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Janivette Alsina, MD, PHD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA. She has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Alsina completed her residency at Mass General Hospital *. Dr. Alsina is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alsina’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alsina’s office at (413) 794-9338.
Where did Dr. Alsina go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital*
Residency: Mass General Hospital *
Medical School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School UMDNJ*
What languages does Dr. Alsina speak?
Dr. Alsina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Alsina typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Alsina 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. Alsina. 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:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
- Pancreas Disorder
- Pancreatic Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
- K869: Disease of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (Islet Cell Tumor) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Islet Cell Tumor
- Endocrine Pancreas Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C254: Malignant neoplasm of endocrine pancreas
Also known as:
- Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST of stomach
- Gastric GIST
- Stomach tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
Also known as:
- Other specified liver Disease
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Alsina typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Alsina 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. Alsina. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Partial Pancreas Removal
- Distal Pancreatectomy
- Partial Pancreas Resection
- Pancreas Tail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 48140: Pancreatectomy, distal subtotal, with or without splenectomy; without pancreaticojejunostomy
Does Dr. Alsina accept my insurance?
Dr. Alsina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-9338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alsina accept in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Alsina in Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Diversified Group Brokerage
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alsina's office located?
Tufts University School Of Medicine Baystate Med C
3350 Main St
Springfield, MA 01107
(413) 794-9338
What is Dr. Alsina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alsina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477758043.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alsina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alsina
What is Dr. Janivette Alsina's specialty?
Dr. Alsina is a Surgical Oncologist near Springfield, MA.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Janivette Alsina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alsina is affiliated with Baystate 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 Janivette Alsina accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?
Yes, Dr. Janivette Alsina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Janivette Alsina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alsina's office at (413) 794-9338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Janivette Alsina?
Please contact Dr. Alsina's office at (413) 794-9338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Tufts University School Of Medicine Baystate Med C
3350 Main St
Springfield, MA 01107