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Who is Dr. Gignac, Medical Oncologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Gretchen Gignac, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Gignac graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Gignac is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gignac’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gignac’s office.
Where did Dr. Gignac go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Gignac speak?
Dr. Gignac and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gignac treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Gignac 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. Gignac. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Testicular Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
- Testis Cancer
- Germ Cell Tumor
- Male Gonadal Cancer
- Left Testis Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
- C6290: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified testis, unspecified whether descended or undescended
- C6292: Malignant neoplasm of left testis, unspecified whether descended or undescended
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
- C674: Malignant neoplasm of posterior wall of bladder
Also known as:
- Testicular Cancer
- Testicular Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the testicle
- Testis cancer
- Male reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6211: Malignant neoplasm of descended right testis
- C6291: Malignant neoplasm of right testis, unspecified whether descended or undescended
Also known as:
- Rising PSA After Prostate Cancer Treatment
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Increasing PSA Post-Treatment
- Recurrent PSA Elevation
- Prostate Cancer Recurrence Marker
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9721: Rising PSA following treatment for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Abnormal Bone Density
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Gignac perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gretchen Gignac 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. Gignac's office.
Does Dr. Gignac accept my insurance?
Dr. Gignac 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. Gignac accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Gignac in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gignac's office located?
What is Dr. Gignac's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gignac's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821288960.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gignac?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gignac
What is Dr. Gretchen Gignac's specialty?
Dr. Gignac is a Medical Oncologist near Boston, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Gignac to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gretchen Gignac affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gignac is affiliated with Boston 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 Gretchen Gignac accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Gretchen Gignac is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gretchen Gignac offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gignac's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gretchen Gignac?
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