26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gopal, Medical Oncologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Ajay Gopal is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Gopal completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Medical Oncology; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gopal is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gopal’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. Gopal’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gopal?
Dr. Ajay Gopal 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. Gopal empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bone Marrow Transplant, Hematologic Malignancies, Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Lymphoma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Gopal is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Gopal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UW - Hematology-Oncology Fellowship Program
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Medical Oncology; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Duke University Med Center | Duke University Medical Center
Is Dr. Gopal board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Gopal is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2000
What languages does Dr. Gopal speak?
Dr. Gopal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Gopal typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Gopal 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. Gopal. 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
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
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:
- Follicular Lymphoma
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Follicular Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- FL
- Nodular Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8290: Follicular lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Gopal typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Gopal 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. Gopal. 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
Does Dr. Gopal accept my insurance?
Dr. Gopal 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. Gopal accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Gopal in Seattle, WA 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gopal's office located?
What is Dr. Gopal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gopal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194801902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gopal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gopal
What is Dr. Ajay Gopal's specialty?
Dr. Gopal 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. Ajay Gopal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gopal is affiliated with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Ajay Gopal accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Gopal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajay Gopal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gopal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ajay Gopal?
Please contact Dr. Gopal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ajay Gopal have?
Dr. Ajay Gopal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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