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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. Dr. Burgess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burgess’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Burgess typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
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
Also known as:
- Retroperitoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Retroperitoneal Tumor
- Malignant Retroperitoneal Neoplasm
- Abdominal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C480: Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum
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
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Burgess typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Burgess' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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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.
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. Melissa Burgess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burgess is affiliated with Indiana Regional Medical Center, Butler Memorial Hospital, Upmc Washington, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Warren General Hospital, Olean General 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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