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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oppong, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Vera Oppong is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Oppong is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oppong’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oppong’s office at (718) 920-4321.
What languages does Dr. Oppong speak?
Dr. Oppong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Oppong treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Oppong 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. Oppong. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection
- STD
- STI
- Venereal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- A64: Unspecified sexually transmitted disease
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Which procedures does Dr. Oppong perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vera Oppong 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Oppong's office.
Does Dr. Oppong accept my insurance?
Dr. Oppong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 920-4321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oppong accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Oppong in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Amida Care
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
VNSNY Choice
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Where is Dr. Oppong's office located?
What is Dr. Oppong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oppong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851089981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oppong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oppong
What is Dr. Vera Oppong's specialty?
Dr. Oppong is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Bronx, NY. 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. Oppong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vera Oppong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oppong is affiliated with BronxCare Health System 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Vera Oppong accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
No, Dr. Vera Oppong is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vera Oppong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oppong's office at (718) 920-4321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vera Oppong?
Please contact Dr. Oppong's office at (718) 920-4321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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