Dr. Rajshekhar Chakraborty, MD
New York, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chakraborty, Medical Oncologist in New York, NY?
Rajshekhar Chakraborty, MD is an assistant professor of medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center in the division of hematology/oncology. After receiving his medical degree from University of Delhi, India, he completed his residency in internal medicine at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai-Queens Hospital Center. Subsequently, he spent three years as a clinical researcher in plasma cell disorders at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, followed by fellowship in hematology/oncology at the Cleveland Clinic. During fellowship, he conducted outcomes research with a focus on quality of life and treatment-related toxicities in plasma cell disorders. After fellowship, he started his job as Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Multiple Myeloma and Amyloidosis Program at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Chakraborty cares primarily for patients with plasma cells disorders, including multiple myeloma, amyloidosis, MGUS, POEMS syndrome, and Waldenstrom?s macroglobulinemia. His research interests include clinical trials and outcomes research in plasma cell disorders.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Chakraborty speak?
Dr. Chakraborty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Chakraborty treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Chakraborty 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. Chakraborty. 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Multiple Myeloma in Relapse
- Multiple Myeloma in Remission
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
- Recurrent multiple myeloma
- Relapsed myeloma
- Myeloma recurrence
- Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission', 'Kahler's Disease in Remission
- Myeloma in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
- C9002: Multiple myeloma in relapse
- C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission
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:
- Plasma Protein Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Protein Metabolism Problem
- Blood Protein Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8809: Other disorders of plasma-protein metabolism, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Light Chain Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- AL Amyloidosis
- Primary Amyloidosis
- Immunoglobulin Light Chain Amyloidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8581: Light chain (AL) amyloidosis
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
Does Dr. Chakraborty accept my insurance?
Dr. Chakraborty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chakraborty accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Chakraborty in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
MagnaCare Rx
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Chakraborty's office located?
CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion
161 Fort Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Chakraborty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chakraborty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760728893.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chakraborty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chakraborty
What is Dr. Rajshekhar Chakraborty's specialty?
Dr. Chakraborty is a Medical Oncologist near New York, 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. Chakraborty to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rajshekhar Chakraborty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chakraborty is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving 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
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Is Rajshekhar Chakraborty accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Rajshekhar Chakraborty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajshekhar Chakraborty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chakraborty's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajshekhar Chakraborty?
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CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion
161 Fort Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032
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