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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El Bitar, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Durham, NC?
Dr. Sandy El Bitar, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. El Bitar is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Bitar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Bitar’s office at (919) 620-5300.
What languages does Dr. El Bitar speak?
Dr. El Bitar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. El Bitar typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. El Bitar 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. El Bitar. 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:
- 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:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lymphocytosis
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- High lymphocyte count
- Elevated lymphocytes
- Lymphocyte increase
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72820: Lymphocytosis (symptomatic)
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
- CMPN
- Myeloproliferative disorder
- Chronic blood cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D471: Chronic myeloproliferative disease
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. El Bitar typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandy El Bitar 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. El Bitar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El Bitar accept my insurance?
Dr. El Bitar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 620-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Bitar accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. El Bitar in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. El Bitar's office located?
Dr. Sandy El Bitar's Primary Practice
40 Duke Medicine Cir
Durham, NC 27710
(919) 620-5300
What is Dr. El Bitar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Bitar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487060232.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Bitar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Bitar
What is Dr. Sandy El Bitar's specialty?
Dr. El Bitar is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Durham, NC.
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. Sandy El Bitar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Bitar is affiliated with Duke University Hospital 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sandy El Bitar accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Sandy El Bitar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandy El Bitar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Bitar's office at (919) 620-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandy El Bitar?
Please contact Dr. El Bitar's office at (919) 620-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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