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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aakhus, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Erin Aakhus, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Aakhus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aakhus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aakhus’s office at (215) 662-3681.
What languages does Dr. Aakhus speak?
Dr. Aakhus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Aakhus typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Aakhus 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. Aakhus. 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:
- Throat Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
- Pharyngeal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Aakhus typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Erin Aakhus 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. Aakhus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Aakhus accept my insurance?
Dr. Aakhus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 662-3681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aakhus accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Aakhus in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Aakhus' office located?
Division Of Hematology-Oncology Pcam 7 Spe
3400 Civic Center Blvd # 7
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 662-3681
What hospitals are Dr. Aakhus affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Aakhus has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ascension St. Vincent Women's Hospital,Indianapolis, IN
Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Ascension St. Vincent Women's Hospital,Indianapolis, IN
Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania,Philadelphia, PARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DERanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DE
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Deaconess Midtown Hospital,Evansville, INRanked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Deaconess Midtown Hospital,Evansville, IN
Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo Hospital,Kokomo, INRanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo Hospital,Kokomo, IN
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center,Philadelphia, PARanked in 2 Procedures
Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
What is Dr. Aakhus's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aakhus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255652087.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aakhus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aakhus
What is Dr. Erin Aakhus's specialty?
Dr. Aakhus is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is Dr. Erin Aakhus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aakhus is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent Women's Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Erin Aakhus accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Erin Aakhus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erin Aakhus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aakhus' office at (215) 662-3681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erin Aakhus?
Please contact Dr. Aakhus' office at (215) 662-3681 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Aakhus' office located?
Dr. Aakhus' office is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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Connect with Dr. Aakhus
Division Of Hematology-Oncology Pcam 7 Spe
3400 Civic Center Blvd # 7
Philadelphia, PA 19104