Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharfman, Medical Oncologist in Lutherville, MD?
Dr. William Sharfman, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lutherville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sharfman completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sharfman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharfman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharfman’s office.
Where did Dr. Sharfman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo
Is Dr. Sharfman board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. William Sharfman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sharfman speak?
Dr. Sharfman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sharfman typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Sharfman 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. Sharfman. 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:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Medication-Caused Underactive Thyroid
- Exogenous Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E032: Hypothyroidism due to medicaments and other exogenous substances
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Cancer in Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Lymph Node Metastasis
- Metastatic Lymph Node Cancer
- Secondary Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C779: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph node, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sharfman typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Sharfman 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. Sharfman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sharfman accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharfman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharfman accept in Lutherville, MD?
Dr. Sharfman in Lutherville, MD 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)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
Mpsers
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sharfman's office located?
What is Dr. Sharfman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharfman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760413652.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharfman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharfman
What is Dr. William Sharfman's specialty?
Dr. Sharfman is a Medical Oncologist near Lutherville, MD.
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 this Dr. William Sharfman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharfman is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Medical Center, Wellspan York Hospital, Beebe Healthcare 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 William Sharfman accepting new patients in Lutherville, MD?
Yes, Dr. William Sharfman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Sharfman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharfman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Sharfman?
Please contact Dr. Sharfman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Sharfman have?
Dr. William Sharfman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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