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Dr. Amar Kelkar, MD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kelkar, Hematologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Amar Kelkar, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kelkar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kelkar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kelkar’s office at (617) 632-6140.
What languages does Dr. Kelkar speak?
Dr. Kelkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kelkar treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Kelkar 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. Kelkar. 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:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Prolymphocytic T-Cell Leukemia
- Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- T-Cell PLL
- T-PLL
- Aggressive T-Cell Leukemia
- CMML
- Chronic Myelomonocytic Blood Cancer
- Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9160: Prolymphocytic leukemia of T-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9311: Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia, in remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Stem Cells
- Organ Transplantation
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Cell Therapy Transplant
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
- Marrow Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9484: Stem cells transplant status
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
- Z9481: Bone marrow transplant status
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- 5q Minus Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ)
- 5q minus syndrome
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
- Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome
- MDS with isolated del(5q)
- Chromosome 5q deletion syndrome
- Myelodysplastic syndrome, 5q deletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
- D46Z: Other myelodysplastic syndromes
- D46C: Myelodysplastic syndrome with isolated del(5q) chromosomal abnormality
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Myelofibrosis
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Bone Marrow Scarring
- Primary Myelofibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D7581: Myelofibrosis
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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
Also known as:
- Nodular Sclerosis Hodgkin Lymphoma (Multiple Lymph Nodes)
- Hodgkin Lymphoma
- NSHL widespread', 'Nodular sclerosing Hodgkin's disease in many lymph nodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8118: Nodular sclerosis Hodgkin lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
Also known as:
- Aplastic Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
- Marrow Aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Which procedures does Dr. Kelkar perform as a Hematologist?
As a Hematologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amar Kelkar 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. Kelkar's office.
Does Dr. Kelkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kelkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-6140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kelkar accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kelkar in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Steward Health Choice
United American Healthcare Corp (UAHC)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kelkar's office located?
What is Dr. Kelkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kelkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801277348.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kelkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kelkar
What is Dr. Amar Kelkar's specialty?
Dr. Kelkar is a Hematologist near Boston, MA. An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma. Contact Dr. Kelkar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amar Kelkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kelkar is affiliated with Brigham And Women's 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
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Is Amar Kelkar accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Amar Kelkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amar Kelkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kelkar's office at (617) 632-6140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amar Kelkar?
Please contact Dr. Kelkar's office at (617) 632-6140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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