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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salem, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Ashland, KY?
Dr. Galena Salem, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Ashland, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Salem is fluent in English and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salem’s office at (606) 325-2221.
What languages does Dr. Salem speak?
Dr. Salem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Ukrainian
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Salem typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Selective IgG Subclass Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Immunoglobulin G Subclass Deficiency
- IgG Subclass Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D803: Selective deficiency of immunoglobulin G [IgG] subclasses
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Salem typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Salem 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. Salem. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Does Dr. Salem accept my insurance?
Dr. Salem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 325-2221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salem accept in Ashland, KY?
Dr. Salem in Ashland, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Salem's office located?
What is Dr. Salem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538334420.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salem
What is Dr. Galena Salem's specialty?
Dr. Salem is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Ashland, KY.
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. Galena Salem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salem is affiliated with Uk King's Daughters 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 Galena Salem accepting new patients in Ashland, KY?
Yes, Dr. Galena Salem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Galena Salem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (606) 325-2221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Galena Salem?
Please contact Dr. Salem's office at (606) 325-2221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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