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Who is Dr. Schechterman, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Steven Schechterman, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Schechterman completed his residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology; Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schechterman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schechterman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schechterman’s office at (505) 938-5858.
Where did Dr. Schechterman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology; Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va
Is Dr. Schechterman board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Schechterman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Schechterman speak?
Dr. Schechterman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schechterman treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Schechterman 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. Schechterman. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Appendix Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Schechterman perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Steven Schechterman 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. Schechterman's office.
Does Dr. Schechterman accept my insurance?
Dr. Schechterman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 938-5858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schechterman accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Schechterman in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Commercial Travelers Mutual Insurance Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Alaska
United American / Torchmark
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schechterman's office located?
Dr. Steven Schechterman's Primary Practice
1001 Coal Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 938-5858
What is Dr. Schechterman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schechterman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154499408.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schechterman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schechterman
What is Dr. Steven Schechterman's specialty?
Dr. Schechterman is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Schechterman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Steven Schechterman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Schechterman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Llc. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Steven Schechterman accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Steven Schechterman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Schechterman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schechterman's office at (505) 938-5858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Schechterman?
Please contact Dr. Schechterman's office at (505) 938-5858 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Schechterman have?
Dr. Steven Schechterman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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