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Dr. Rajshekhar Chakraborty, MD

Dr. Rajshekhar Chakraborty, MD

Medical Oncologist, Internist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

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.
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    What languages does Dr. Chakraborty speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Chakraborty typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Light Chain Amyloidosis
    • Amyloidosis
    • AL Amyloidosis
    • Primary Amyloidosis
    • Immunoglobulin Light Chain Amyloidosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8581: Light chain (AL) amyloidosis

    What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Chakraborty typically perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Chakraborty 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Does Dr. Chakraborty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chakraborty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chakraborty's office located?

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue

    New York, NY 10032

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    What is Dr. Chakraborty's NPI number?A 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.

    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 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 Dr. 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 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rajshekhar Chakraborty?

    Please contact Dr. Chakraborty's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chakraborty's office located?

    Dr. Chakraborty's office is located in New York, NY.