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Dr. Alexander Edward Drilon, MD
New York, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Drilon typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
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
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
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Drilon typically perform?
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
Please contact Dr. Drilon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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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 hospitals are Dr. Drilon affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Drilon has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center,New York, NY
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center,New York, NY
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
The University Of Kansas Hospital,Kansas City, KSRanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 10 Procedures
The University Of Kansas Hospital,Kansas City, KS
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 10 Procedures
Paoli Hospital,Paoli, PARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Paoli Hospital,Paoli, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
Glen Cove Hospital,Glen Cove, NY
Glen Cove Hospital,Glen Cove, NY
Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus,Tampa, FL
Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus,Tampa, FL
Memorial Sloan Kettering Basking Ridge,Basking Ridge, NJ
Memorial Sloan Kettering Basking Ridge,Basking Ridge, NJ
What is Dr. Drilon's NPI number?A 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.
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. Alexander Edward Drilon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drilon is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, The University Of Kansas Hospital, 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Alexander Edward Drilon?
Please contact Dr. Drilon's office at (212) 639-2000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Drilon's office located?
Dr. Drilon's office is located in New York, NY.
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