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Who is Dr. Silk, Medical Oncologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Ann Silk, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Silk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silk’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silk’s office at (617) 632-6140.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Silk?
Dr. Ann Silk, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Silk empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Skin Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Silk is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Silk board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Ann Silk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Silk speak?
Dr. Silk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Silk treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Silk 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. Silk. 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:
- 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:
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma
- Secondary Merkel Cell Carcinoma
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma of the Left Leg or Hip
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma of the Right Arm or Shoulder
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma of the Left Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- MCC
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Skin
- Aggressive Skin Cancer
- Metastatic Merkel Cell Cancer
- Advanced Merkel Cell Carcinoma
- Spread Merkel Cell Cancer
- MCC of Left Leg
- Left Leg Skin Cancer
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of Left Leg
- MCC of Right Arm
- Right Arm Skin Cancer
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of Right Arm
- MCC of Left Arm
- Left Arm Skin Cancer
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of Left Arm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4A9: Merkel cell carcinoma, unspecified
- C7B1: Secondary Merkel cell carcinoma
- C4A72: Merkel cell carcinoma of left lower limb, including hip
- C4A61: Merkel cell carcinoma of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C4A62: Merkel cell carcinoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- SCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4492: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Silk perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Silk 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. Silk. 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:
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Silk accept my insurance?
Dr. Silk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-6140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silk accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Silk 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Mattel Inc
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Silk's office located?
What is Dr. Silk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477717106.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silk
What is Dr. Ann Silk's specialty?
Dr. Silk 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. Silk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ann Silk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Silk is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Medical Oncologist?
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Is Ann Silk accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ann Silk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ann Silk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silk's office at (617) 632-6140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ann Silk?
Please contact Dr. Silk's office at (617) 632-6140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ann Silk have?
Dr. Ann Silk is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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