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Dr. Katherine Clifton, MD

Medical Oncologist, Internist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Clifton, Medical Oncologist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Katherine Clifton, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Clifton completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program. Dr. Clifton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clifton’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clifton’s office at (314) 747-1171.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Clifton?

    Dr. Katherine Clifton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Clifton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Geriatric Cancer Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis, MO community, Dr. Clifton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Clifton go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program

    What languages does Dr. Clifton speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Clifton typically treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Clifton 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. Clifton. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Central Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast central tumor
    • Malignant growth in central right female breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

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

    As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Clifton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Clifton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Clifton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clifton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 747-1171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clifton accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Clifton in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Clifton's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Clifton's Primary Practice

    10 Barnes West Dr Ste 200

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

    (314) 747-1171

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    8015 Department Of Internal Medicine

    4500 Forest Park Ave

    Saint Louis, MO 63108

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    Div Im Medical Oncology 7b 7c

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste 7A

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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    What is Dr. Clifton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Clifton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578902797.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clifton?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Clifton

    What is Dr. Katherine Clifton's specialty?

    Dr. Clifton is a Medical Oncologist near Saint Louis, MO.

    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. Katherine Clifton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Clifton is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Oncologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Katherine Clifton accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Clifton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Clifton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clifton's office at (314) 747-1171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Clifton?

    Please contact Dr. Clifton's office at (314) 747-1171 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Clifton's office located?

    Dr. Clifton's office is located in Saint Louis, MO.