20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Specht, Medical Oncologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Jennifer Specht is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Specht completed her residency at University Of Wa School Of Med. Dr. Specht is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Specht’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Specht’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Specht?
Dr. Jennifer Specht is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Specht empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors-Metastatic, Breast Cancer, Cancer Immunotherapy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Specht is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Specht go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UW - Hematology-Oncology Fellowship Program
Residency: University Of Wa School Of Med
Is Dr. Specht board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Specht is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004
What languages does Dr. Specht speak?
Dr. Specht and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Specht typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Specht 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. Specht. 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 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Specht typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Specht 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. Specht. 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:
- 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. Specht accept my insurance?
Dr. Specht 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. Specht accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Specht in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Specht's office located?
What is Dr. Specht's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Specht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053491027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Specht?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Specht
What is Dr. Jennifer Specht's specialty?
Dr. Specht is a Medical Oncologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Specht affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Specht is affiliated with Fred Hutchinson Cancer 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
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Is Jennifer Specht accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Specht is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Specht offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Specht's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Specht?
Please contact Dr. Specht's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Specht have?
Dr. Jennifer Specht is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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