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Who is Dr. Drilon, Medical Oncologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Alexander Edward Drilon, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Drilon graduated from University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and completed his residency at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Drilon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drilon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drilon’s office at (212) 639-2000.
Where did Dr. Drilon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Medical School: University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Drilon speak?
Dr. Drilon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Drilon treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Drilon 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. Drilon. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
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
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Lung and Bronchus Cancer
- Bronchial Disorder
- Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Past lung cancer
- Previous bronchial malignancy
- History of lung tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85118: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Which procedures does Dr. Drilon perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Edward Drilon 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. Drilon's office.
Does Dr. Drilon accept my insurance?
Dr. Drilon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drilon accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Drilon in New York, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Drilon's office located?
Dr. Alexander Edward Drilon's Primary Practice
1275 York Ave
New York, NY 10065
(212) 639-2000
What is Dr. Drilon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drilon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578876876.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drilon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drilon
What is Dr. Alexander Edward Drilon's specialty?
Dr. Drilon is a Medical Oncologist near New York, NY. 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. Drilon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Edward Drilon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drilon is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Paoli 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
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Is Alexander Edward Drilon accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Edward Drilon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Edward Drilon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drilon's office at (212) 639-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Edward Drilon?
Please contact Dr. Drilon's office at (212) 639-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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