36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Saraf, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in East Orange, NJ?
Dr. Nirmala Saraf, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in East Orange, NJ. She has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Saraf graduated from Gandhi Med College and completed her residency at University of Maryland Program. Dr. Saraf is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saraf’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saraf’s office at (973) 395-1500.
Where did Dr. Saraf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Maryland Program
Medical School: Gandhi Med College
What languages does Dr. Saraf speak?
Dr. Saraf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Saraf treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Saraf 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. Saraf. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- History of Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Past Lung Blood Clot
- Previous PE
- History of Pulmonary Thromboembolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86711: Personal history of pulmonary embolism
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Saraf perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nirmala Saraf 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. Saraf's office.
Does Dr. Saraf accept my insurance?
Dr. Saraf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 395-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saraf accept in East Orange, NJ?
Dr. Saraf in East Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Braven Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Saraf's office located?
Dr. Nirmala Saraf's Primary Practice
310 Central Ave Ste 103
East Orange, NJ 07018
(973) 395-1500
What is Dr. Saraf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saraf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518986538.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saraf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saraf
What is Dr. Nirmala Saraf's specialty?
Dr. Saraf is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near East Orange, NJ. 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. Saraf to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nirmala Saraf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Saraf is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: CareWell Health, Columbus Hospital LTACH. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Nirmala Saraf accepting new patients in East Orange, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Nirmala Saraf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nirmala Saraf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saraf's office at (973) 395-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nirmala Saraf?
Please contact Dr. Saraf's office at (973) 395-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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