34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buchsbaum, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rachel Buchsbaum, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Buchsbaum graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed her residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Tufts Univ Affil Hosps, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Buchsbaum is fluent in English, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchsbaum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchsbaum’s office at (617) 636-3000.
Where did Dr. Buchsbaum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Tufts Medical Center, Fellow:Hematology/Oncology
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Tufts Univ Affil Hosps, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Hospital, Resident:Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Buchsbaum board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Buchsbaum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buchsbaum speak?
Dr. Buchsbaum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Russian
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Buchsbaum typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Buchsbaum 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. Buchsbaum. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Buchsbaum typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Buchsbaum may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Buchsbaum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buchsbaum accept my insurance?
Dr. Buchsbaum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buchsbaum accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Buchsbaum in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Fallon Health
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buchsbaum's office located?
Dr. Rachel Buchsbaum's Primary Practice
750 Washington St
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 636-3000
Recognitions
Awards
Top Doctor, U.S. News & World Report
NIH, 1994-1999.
Physician Scientist Award
Natalie V. Zucker Research Center Award
Tufts University School of Medicine Faculty Teaching Award
What is Dr. Buchsbaum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buchsbaum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255360640.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchsbaum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buchsbaum
What is Dr. Rachel Buchsbaum's specialty?
Dr. Buchsbaum is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Boston, MA.
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. Rachel Buchsbaum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buchsbaum is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rachel Buchsbaum accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Buchsbaum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Buchsbaum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buchsbaum's office at (617) 636-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Buchsbaum?
Please contact Dr. Buchsbaum's office at (617) 636-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Buchsbaum have?
Dr. Rachel Buchsbaum is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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