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Dr. Nadine Santacruz, MD
Brewer, ME
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santacruz, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Brewer, ME?
Dr. Nadine Santacruz, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Brewer, ME with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Santacruz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santacruz’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santacruz’s office at (207) 973-7478.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Santacruz?
Dr. Nadine Santacruz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Santacruz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hematologic Disorders, Hematologic Malignancies, Pediatric Cancers, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brewer/ME community, Dr. Santacruz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Santacruz board certified in Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Nadine Santacruz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Santacruz speak?
Dr. Santacruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Santacruz treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Santacruz 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. Santacruz. 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:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C716: Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Hereditary Spherocytosis
- Iron
- Hereditary spherocytosis
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
- Minkowski-Chauffard Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D580: Hereditary spherocytosis
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Cancer
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma
- Adrenal Cancer
- Malignant Adrenal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified adrenal gland
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:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Low Blood Counts from Chemotherapy
- Blood Disorder
- Bleeding and Bruising (Thromobocytopenia) and Cancer Treatment
- Chemo-induced Pancytopenia
- Chemotherapy-related Bone Marrow Suppression
- Low blood cells after cancer treatment
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61810: Antineoplastic chemotherapy induced pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Hodgkin's Disease', 'Hodgkin's Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8190: Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
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
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- NF1
- Von Recklinghausen disease
- Peripheral neurofibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1
Also known as:
- Easy Bruising
- Bruises
- Ecchymosis
- Unexplained Bruises
- Bleeding Under Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R233: Spontaneous ecchymoses
Which procedures does Dr. Santacruz perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nadine Santacruz 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. Santacruz's office.
Does Dr. Santacruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Santacruz 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. Santacruz accept in Brewer, ME?
Dr. Santacruz in Brewer, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Boston Medical Center
Centene
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Point32Health
State of Vermont
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Santacruz's office located?
Dr. Nadine Santacruz's Primary Practice
33 Whiting Hill Rd Ste 31
Brewer, ME 04412
(207) 973-7478
What is Dr. Santacruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santacruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053631952.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santacruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santacruz
What is Dr. Nadine Santacruz's specialty?
Dr. Santacruz is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Brewer, ME. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Santacruz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nadine Santacruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santacruz is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center 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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Nadine Santacruz accepting new patients in Brewer, ME?
Yes, Dr. Nadine Santacruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nadine Santacruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santacruz's office at (207) 973-7478 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nadine Santacruz?
Please contact Dr. Santacruz's office at (207) 973-7478 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nadine Santacruz have?
Dr. Nadine Santacruz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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