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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Burgess, Medical Oncologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Melissa Burgess, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Burgess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burgess’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burgess’s office.
What languages does Dr. Burgess speak?
Dr. Burgess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Burgess treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Burgess 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. Burgess. 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:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Left Lower Limb
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Lower Limb
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
- Sarcoma of left leg
- Malignant soft tissue tumor of left leg
- Connective tissue cancer of left leg
- Sarcoma of the leg
- Malignant soft tissue tumor of leg
- Connective tissue cancer of leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
- C4921: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of right lower limb, including hip
- C4922: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip
- C495: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of pelvis
- C493: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of thorax
- C4920: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of unspecified lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Retroperitoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Retroperitoneal Tumor
- Malignant Retroperitoneal Neoplasm
- Abdominal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C480: Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum
Also known as:
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma of the Right Leg or Hip
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma of the Face
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma
- Skin Cancer
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Merkel Cell Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ)
- MCC of Right Leg
- Right Leg Skin Cancer
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of Right Leg
- Facial Merkel Cell Cancer
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of Face
- Aggressive Facial Skin Cancer
- Face MCC
- MCC
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Skin
- Aggressive Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4A71: Merkel cell carcinoma of right lower limb, including hip
- C4A30: Merkel cell carcinoma of unspecified part of face
- C4A9: Merkel cell carcinoma, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer of the Pelvis or Tailbone
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
- Pelvic Bone Cancer
- Sacrum Cancer
- Coccyx Cancer
- Hip Bone Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
- C414: Malignant neoplasm of pelvic bones, sacrum and coccyx
Also known as:
- Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST of stomach
- Gastric GIST
- Stomach tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Spread
- Lung Cancer
- Metastatic Lung Cancer
- Secondary Lung Tumor
- Lung Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7800: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified lung
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count from Chemotherapy
- Blood Disorder
- Chemotherapy-induced agranulocytosis
- Neutropenia from cancer treatment
- Severe white blood cell deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D701: Agranulocytosis secondary to cancer chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Which procedures does Dr. Burgess perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Burgess 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. Burgess' office.
Does Dr. Burgess accept my insurance?
Dr. Burgess 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. Burgess accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Burgess in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthNow New York
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Burgess' office located?
What is Dr. Burgess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burgess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497982649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burgess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burgess
What is Dr. Melissa Burgess's specialty?
Dr. Burgess is a Medical Oncologist near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Burgess to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Burgess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burgess is affiliated with Indiana Regional Medical Center, Whs Washington Hospital, Butler Memorial Hospital 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 Melissa Burgess accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Burgess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Burgess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burgess's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Burgess?
Please contact Dr. Burgess's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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