Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garbo, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Charles Garbo, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Ithaca, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Garbo graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Hematology/Oncology; St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garbo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garbo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garbo’s office at (607) 272-5414.
Where did Dr. Garbo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Massachusetts Medical School- Hematology/Oncology
Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Hematology/Oncology; St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Vincent Hospital | Saint Vincent Hospital, Worcester | U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Hematology/Oncology St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine | Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt | University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington
Is Dr. Garbo board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Garbo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1985, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1989
What languages does Dr. Garbo speak?
Dr. Garbo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Garbo typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Garbo 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. Garbo. 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:
- 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Garbo typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Garbo 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. Garbo. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Blood Draw
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Blood Letting
- Blood Removal for Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 99195: Phlebotomy, therapeutic (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Garbo accept my insurance?
Dr. Garbo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 272-5414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garbo accept in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Garbo in Ithaca, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Garbo's office located?
Dr. Charles Garbo's Primary Practice
310 Taughannock Blvd Ste 4
Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 272-5414
What is Dr. Garbo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garbo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942363346.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garbo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garbo
What is Dr. Charles Garbo's specialty?
Dr. Garbo is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Ithaca, NY.
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. Charles Garbo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garbo is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center, Cayuga 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 Charles Garbo accepting new patients in Ithaca, NY?
Yes, Dr. Charles Garbo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Garbo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garbo's office at (607) 272-5414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Garbo?
Please contact Dr. Garbo's office at (607) 272-5414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Garbo have?
Dr. Charles Garbo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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