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Who is Dr. Holmes, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Burlington, VT?
Dr. Chris Holmes, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Burlington, VT with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Holmes graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed her residency at Uvm Fahc. Dr. Holmes is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Holmes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Holmes’s office at (802) 847-8400.
Where did Dr. Holmes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Fletcher Allen/University of Vermont College of Medicine - Hematology
Residency: Uvm Fahc | University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care Program
Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Holmes board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Chris Holmes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Holmes speak?
Dr. Holmes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
German
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Holmes typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Holmes 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. Holmes. 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:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Bleeding Disorder
- Hemorrhagic disorder
- Coagulation disorder
- Blood clotting problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- D699: Hemorrhagic condition, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
- CMPN
- Myeloproliferative disorder
- Chronic blood cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D471: Chronic myeloproliferative disease
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Holmes typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Holmes 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. Holmes. 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:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Holmes accept my insurance?
Dr. Holmes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (802) 847-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Holmes accept in Burlington, VT?
Dr. Holmes in Burlington, VT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Lifetime Healthcare
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Holmes' office located?
What is Dr. Holmes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Holmes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972619617.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Holmes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Holmes
What is Dr. Chris Holmes's specialty?
Dr. Holmes is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Burlington, VT.
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. Chris Holmes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Holmes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: The University Of Vermont Medical Center, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, Porter Medical Center, Northwestern Medical Center (ed). 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chris Holmes accepting new patients in Burlington, VT?
Yes, Dr. Chris Holmes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chris Holmes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Holmes's office at (802) 847-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chris Holmes?
Please contact Dr. Holmes's office at (802) 847-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chris Holmes have?
Dr. Chris Holmes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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