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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altunel, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Erdem Altunel, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Bangor, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Altunel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altunel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altunel’s office at (207) 973-7478.
What languages does Dr. Altunel speak?
Dr. Altunel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Altunel treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Altunel 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. Altunel. 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.
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:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
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
Also known as:
- Ampullary Cancer
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Cancer of the ampulla of Vater
- Malignant neoplasm of ampulla of Vater
- Ampulla of Vater carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C241: Malignant neoplasm of ampulla of Vater
What procedures does Dr. Altunel perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Altunel 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. Altunel. 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.
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. Altunel accept my insurance?
Dr. Altunel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 973-7478 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altunel accept in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Altunel in Bangor, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Altunel's office located?
What is Dr. Altunel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altunel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619462884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altunel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altunel
What is Dr. Erdem Altunel's specialty?
Dr. Altunel is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Bangor, ME. 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. Contact Dr. Altunel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erdem Altunel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altunel is affiliated with Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, ME 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Erdem Altunel accepting new patients in Bangor, ME?
Yes, Dr. Erdem Altunel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erdem Altunel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altunel's office at (207) 973-7478 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erdem Altunel?
Please contact Dr. Altunel's office at (207) 973-7478 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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