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Dr. Salim Contractor, MD

Hudson, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Contractor, Medical Oncologist in Hudson, NY?

    Dr. Salim Contractor, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Hudson, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Contractor completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Medical Oncology; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology; Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Contractor is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Contractor’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Contractor’s office at (518) 822-8484.

    Where did Dr. Contractor go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Medical Oncology; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology; Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry

    Is Dr. Contractor board certified as a Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Salim Contractor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Contractor speak?

    Dr. Contractor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Contractor treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Contractor 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. Contractor. 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:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Nutritional Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Dietary Anemia
    • Malnutrition Anemia
    • Vitamin Deficiency Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D539: Nutritional anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Monoclonal Gammopathy
    • Blood Disorder
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • MGUS
    • Plasma Cell Disorder
    • Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D472: Monoclonal gammopathy

    Also known as:

    • Hereditary Hemochromatosis
    • Hemochromatosis
    • Hereditary hemochromatosis
    • Genetic Iron Overload
    • Primary Hemochromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis

    What procedures does Dr. Contractor perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Contractor 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. Contractor. 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:

    • 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. Contractor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Contractor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 822-8484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Contractor accept in Hudson, NY?

    Dr. Contractor in Hudson, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CDPHP

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Contractor's office located?

    Dr. Salim Contractor's Primary Practice

    69 Prospect Ave

    Hudson, NY 12534

    (518) 822-8484

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    Dr. Salim Contractor's Practice 2

    400 Patroon Creek Blvd

    Albany, NY 12206

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    What is Dr. Contractor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Contractor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033284823.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Contractor?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Contractor

    What is Dr. Salim Contractor's specialty?

    Dr. Contractor is a Medical Oncologist near Hudson, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Contractor to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Salim Contractor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Contractor is affiliated with Albany 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 Medical Oncologist?

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    Is Salim Contractor accepting new patients in Hudson, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Salim Contractor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salim Contractor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Contractor's office at (518) 822-8484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Salim Contractor?

    Please contact Dr. Contractor's office at (518) 822-8484 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Salim Contractor have?

    Dr. Salim Contractor is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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