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Dr. Karen Quillen, MD
Boston, MA
28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Quillen, Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Karen Quillen, MD is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Quillen completed her residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Hematology/Oncology; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Quillen is fluent in English, Chinese, Creoles and pidgins, French, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Quillen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Quillen’s office.
Where did Dr. Quillen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Hematology/Oncology; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Queens University, Fac of Med, Kingston, Ont, Canada
Is Dr. Quillen board certified in Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Quillen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Quillen speak?
Dr. Quillen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
Creoles and pidgins
English
French
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Quillen treat?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Quillen 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. Quillen. 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 in Remission
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Blood Cancer
- Undifferentiated Acute Leukemia
- Fast-growing Blood Cancer
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9202: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in relapse
- C9500: Acute leukemia of unspecified cell type not having achieved remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type 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:
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Stem Cells
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Marrow Transplant
- Cell Therapy Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9481: Bone marrow transplant status
- Z9484: Stem cells transplant status
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Quillen perform as a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Quillen may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Quillen's office.
Does Dr. Quillen accept my insurance?
Dr. Quillen 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. Quillen accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Quillen in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Network Health
Point32Health
Tufts Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Quillen's office located?
What is Dr. Quillen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Quillen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750354130.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Quillen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Quillen
What is Dr. Karen Quillen's specialty?
Dr. Quillen is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA. A physician specializing in blood banking/transfusion medicine ensures an adequate blood supply, prioritizes the safety of both donors and recipients, and oversees appropriate blood utilization. They conduct pre-transfusion compatibility and antibody testing to maximize the safety of blood transfusions. This specialist directs the preparation and safe administration of specific blood components, including red and white blood cells, platelets, plasma constituents, as well as marrow or stem cells for transplantation. Contact Dr. Quillen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Quillen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Quillen is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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
Where can I learn more about Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist?
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Is Karen Quillen accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Quillen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Quillen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Quillen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Quillen?
Please contact Dr. Quillen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Quillen have?
Dr. Karen Quillen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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