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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. Dr. Kelkar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kelkar’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Hematologist like Dr. Kelkar typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Stem Cells
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Cell Therapy Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9484: Stem cells transplant status
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
What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Kelkar typically perform?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Kelkar 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Freezing and Storage
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Cryopreservation
- Blood Stem Cell Storage
- Bone Marrow Stem Cell Banking
CPT Codes:
- 38207: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; cryopreservation and storage
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Donor Search and Acquisition Management
- Bone marrow donor search
- Hematopoietic stem cell procurement
- Stem cell transplant coordination
CPT Codes:
- 38204: Management of recipient hematopoietic progenitor cell donor search and cell acquisition
Also known as:
- Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant
- Donor Bone Marrow Transplant
- Hematopoietic Cell Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 38240: Hematopoietic progenitor cell (HPC); allogeneic transplantation per donor
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Donor Lymphocyte Infusion
- Allogeneic Lymphocyte Therapy
- DLI
- Donor White Blood Cell Infusion
- Immune Cell Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 38242: Allogeneic lymphocyte infusions
Also known as:
- Thawing Frozen Stem Cells for Transplant
- Hematopoietic stem cell thawing
- Bone marrow cell preparation
- Frozen cell thaw
- Stem cell transplant prep
CPT Codes:
- 38208: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; thawing of previously frozen harvest, without washing, per donor
Also known as:
- Lung Volume and Airway Resistance Test
- Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
- Body Plethysmography
- Lung Volume Measurement
- Airway Resistance Test
- DLCO Test
- Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
- Lung Gas Exchange Test
CPT Codes:
- 94726: Plethysmography for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, airway resistance
- 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
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 Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Hematologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Amar Kelkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kelkar is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, Midstate Medical Center, Tufts Medical Center, Umass Memorial Milford Regional 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
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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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