Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afonja, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Clifton, NJ?
Dr. Richards Afonja, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Clifton, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Afonja graduated from University of Ibadan / College of Medicine and completed his residency at St Joseph'S Hosp & M C, Medical Oncology; Mountainside Hosp, Internal Medicine; Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Afonja is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afonja’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afonja’s office.
Where did Dr. Afonja go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph'S Hosp & M C, Medical Oncology; Mountainside Hosp, Internal Medicine; Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Internal Medicine | PCOM/St Joseph's Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria | University of Ibadan / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Afonja board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richards Afonja, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Afonja speak?
Dr. Afonja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Yoruba
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Afonja typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Afonja 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. Afonja. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Afonja typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richards Afonja 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
Please contact Dr. Afonja's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Afonja accept my insurance?
Dr. Afonja 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. Afonja accept in Clifton, NJ?
Dr. Afonja in Clifton, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Afonja's office located?
What is Dr. Afonja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afonja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255300141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afonja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afonja
What is Dr. Richards Afonja's specialty?
Dr. Afonja is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Clifton, NJ.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Richards Afonja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afonja is affiliated with Lima Memorial Health System, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Blanchard Valley Health System, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Richards Afonja accepting new patients in Clifton, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Richards Afonja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richards Afonja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afonja's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richards Afonja?
Please contact Dr. Afonja's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richards Afonja have?
Dr. Richards Afonja is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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