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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chong, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Elise Chong, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Chong completed her residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System Program. Dr. Chong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chong’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chong’s office at (215) 316-5151.
Where did Dr. Chong go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
What languages does Dr. Chong speak?
Dr. Chong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Chong typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Chong 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. Chong. 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:
- 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:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma
- Follicular Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
- MCL
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma Cancer
- Follicular Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- FL
- Nodular Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8310: Mantle cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8290: Follicular lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
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:
- Post-Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- PTLD
- Lymphoma after transplant
- Transplant-related lymphoproliferation
ICD-10 Codes:
- D47Z1: Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD)
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Chong typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elise Chong 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
Please contact Dr. Chong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chong accept my insurance?
Dr. Chong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 316-5151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chong accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Chong in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chong's office located?
Perelman Center 10th Floor South Pavilion Extensio
3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 10
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 316-5151
What is Dr. Chong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255776092.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chong
What is Dr. Elise Chong's specialty?
Dr. Chong is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Elise Chong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chong is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Beebe Healthcare, St. Mary Medical Center - Langhorne, Pa, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elise Chong accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Elise Chong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elise Chong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chong's office at (215) 316-5151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elise Chong?
Please contact Dr. Chong's office at (215) 316-5151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Chong
Perelman Center 10th Floor South Pavilion Extensio
3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 10
Philadelphia, PA 19104