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Dr. Rafic Farah, MD

Medical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farah, Medical Oncologist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Rafic Farah, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Farah is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farah’s office.

    Is Dr. Farah board certified as a Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rafic Farah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Farah speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French

    What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Farah typically treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Farah 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. Farah. 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:

    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • AML Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
    • Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
    • Lymphoma
    • DLBCL
    • Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
    • Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
    • Lymphatic Cancer
    • Lymphosarcoma
    • NHL

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
    • C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site

    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

    What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Farah typically perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Farah 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. Farah. 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:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Does Dr. Farah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farah accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Farah in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthComp

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Farah's office located?

    Dr. Rafic Farah's Primary Practice

    5115 Centre Ave Fl 3

    Pittsburgh, PA 15232

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

    Dr. Farah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780760587.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farah?

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

    What is Dr. Rafic Farah's specialty?

    Dr. Farah is a Medical Oncologist near Pittsburgh, PA.

    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 Dr. Rafic Farah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farah is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus, Swedish Edmonds Campus, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Swedish Issaquah Campus, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Ohsu Hospital - Portland which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Rafic Farah accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Rafic Farah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafic Farah offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafic Farah?

    Please contact Dr. Farah's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Farah's office located?

    Dr. Farah's office is located in Pittsburgh, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rafic Farah have?

    Dr. Rafic Farah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.