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Who is Dr. Travers, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Richard Travers, MD, PHD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Travers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Travers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Travers’s office at (617) 636-7227.
What languages does Dr. Travers speak?
Dr. Travers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Travers typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Travers 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. Travers. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Travers typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Travers 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. Travers. 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 here.
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. Travers accept my insurance?
Dr. Travers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-7227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Travers accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Travers in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Travers' office located?
What is Dr. Travers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Travers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952895690.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Travers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Travers
What is Dr. Richard Travers's specialty?
Dr. Travers 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. Richard Travers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Travers is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, Speare Memorial Hospital, Metrowest Medical Center - Framingham Union 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 Richard Travers accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Travers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Travers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Travers's office at (617) 636-7227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Travers?
Please contact Dr. Travers's office at (617) 636-7227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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