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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Raj, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Nitya Raj, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Raj graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A. Dr. Raj is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raj’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raj’s office at (212) 639-2000.
Where did Dr. Raj go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
What languages does Dr. Raj speak?
Dr. Raj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Raj treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Raj 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. Raj. 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:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Aggressive Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Benign Tumor
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
- Poorly Differentiated NET
- High-Grade Neuroendocrine Carcinoma
- Malignant Neuroendocrine Neoplasm
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
- C7A1: Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Colon Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Appendix Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
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
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- History of rectal or anal cancer
- History of pancreatic cancer
- History of large intestine cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Past rectal cancer
- Anal cancer survivor
- Previous rectosigmoid malignancy
- Past pancreatic cancer
- Pancreatic cancer survivor
- Previous pancreatic malignancy
- Past colon cancer
- Colorectal cancer survivor
- Previous large bowel malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85048: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of rectum, rectosigmoid junction, and anus
- Z8507: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Z85038: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of large intestine
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Cortex Cancer
- Adrenal Gland Cancer
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma
- Adrenal Cortex Tumor
- Malignant Adrenal Cortex Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7400: Malignant neoplasm of cortex of unspecified adrenal gland
Also known as:
- Secondary Carcinoid Tumor of the Liver
- Carcinoid Tumor
- Liver Metastatic Carcinoid
- Carcinoid Liver Mets
- Spread Carcinoid to Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7B02: Secondary carcinoid tumors of liver
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Which procedures does Dr. Raj perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nitya Raj 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. Raj's office.
Does Dr. Raj accept my insurance?
Dr. Raj 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. Raj accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Raj in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CDPHP
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Healthfirst
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Raj's office located?
What is Dr. Raj's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Raj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942526017.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raj?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Raj
What is Dr. Nitya Raj's specialty?
Dr. Raj is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Raj to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nitya Raj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Raj is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center 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 Nitya Raj accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nitya Raj is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nitya Raj offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Raj's office at (212) 639-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nitya Raj?
Please contact Dr. Raj's office at (212) 639-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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