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Dr. Gaurav Varma, MD

Dr. Gaurav Varma, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Varma, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New York, NY?

    Gaurav Varma, MD, MSPH is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine and an Assistant Attending Physician at NewYork Presbyterian Hospital. He specializes in the care of patients with hematologic and solid tumor malignancies, with a focus on cell therapies and bone marrow transplantation.Dr. Varma earned a B.S. in Physiological Science from the University of California, Los Angeles, an M.S.P.H. in International Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, and an MD from Drexel University College of Medicine. He completed Internal Medicine residency at NewYork Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology at NYU Langone Health, and subspecialty fellowship training in Bone Marrow Transplantation and Immune Effector Cell Therapy at NewYork Presbyterian/Weill Cornell. Following his training, Dr. Varma was recruited to join the faculty in the Weill Cornell Medicine Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Cell Therapy Program. In addition to his active involvement as a clinical trial investigator, Dr. Varma?s research focuses on the evaluation of novel therapies with a focus on real-world outcomes and collaborations with translational investigators. He has co-authored peer-reviewed publications including NEJM, Blood, and Clinical Cancer Research and has presented at national and international meetings.

    What languages does Dr. Varma speak?

    Dr. Varma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Varma typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Varma 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. Varma. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • AML Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in 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:

    • Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
    • Lymphoma
    • DLBCL
    • Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
    • Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites

    Does Dr. Varma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Varma 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. Varma accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Varma in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Varma's office located?

    Bone Marrow Transplant and Cell Therapy Program

    Bone Marrow Transplant and Cell Therapy Program

    520 East 70th Street

    Starr Pavilion, 3rd Floor

    New York, NY 10021

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    What is Dr. Varma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Varma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487158127.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varma?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varma

    What is Dr. Gaurav Varma's specialty?

    Dr. Varma is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New York, NY.

    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. Gaurav Varma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Varma is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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

    When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Gaurav Varma accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Gaurav Varma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gaurav Varma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Varma's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gaurav Varma?

    Please contact Dr. Varma's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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