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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shoushtari, Medical Oncologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Alexander Shoushtari, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Shoushtari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shoushtari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shoushtari’s office at (212) 639-2000.
Is Dr. Shoushtari board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Shoushtari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shoushtari speak?
Dr. Shoushtari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Shoushtari typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Shoushtari 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. Shoushtari. 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:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Melanoma
- Melanoma Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85820: Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin
Also known as:
- Cancer in Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Lymph Node Metastasis
- Metastatic Lymph Node Cancer
- Secondary Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C779: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph node, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Shoushtari typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Shoushtari 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. Shoushtari's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shoushtari accept my insurance?
Dr. Shoushtari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shoushtari accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Shoushtari in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Highmark Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shoushtari's office located?
Dr. Alexander Shoushtari's Primary Practice
1275 York Ave
New York, NY 10065
(212) 639-2000
What is Dr. Shoushtari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shoushtari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811127665.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shoushtari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shoushtari
What is Dr. Alexander Shoushtari's specialty?
Dr. Shoushtari is a Medical Oncologist near New York, NY.
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. Alexander Shoushtari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shoushtari is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Long Island Jewish Medical Center 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
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Is Alexander Shoushtari accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Shoushtari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Shoushtari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shoushtari's office at (212) 639-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Shoushtari?
Please contact Dr. Shoushtari's office at (212) 639-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Shoushtari have?
Dr. Alexander Shoushtari is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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