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Who is Dr. Metzger, Medical Oncologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Otto Metzger, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Metzger graduated from Faculdade de CiÍncias MÈdicas de Minas Gerais (FCMMG). Dr. Metzger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metzger’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metzger’s office at (617) 632-3800.
Where did Dr. Metzger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Faculdade de CiÍncias MÈdicas de Minas Gerais (FCMMG)
What languages does Dr. Metzger speak?
Dr. Metzger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Metzger treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Metzger 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. Metzger. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Right Female Nipple and Areola Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Cancer of right female nipple
- Right female areola tumor
- Malignant growth on right female nipple
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Left female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner left female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50011: Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50312: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50311: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of right female breast
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Unknown Site
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer of Unknown Primary
- Secondary Cancer, Unspecified Location
- Cancer of Unknown Origin
ICD-10 Codes:
- C799: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Metzger perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Otto Metzger 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. Metzger's office.
Does Dr. Metzger accept my insurance?
Dr. Metzger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metzger accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Metzger in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Metzger's office located?
What is Dr. Metzger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metzger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275875155.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metzger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Metzger
What is Dr. Otto Metzger's specialty?
Dr. Metzger is a Medical Oncologist near Boston, MA. 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. Metzger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Otto Metzger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Metzger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dana - Farber Cancer Institute - Longwood Medical Area. 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
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Is Otto Metzger accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Otto Metzger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Otto Metzger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Metzger's office at (617) 632-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Otto Metzger?
Please contact Dr. Metzger's office at (617) 632-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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