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Dr. Zeinah Abu Zeinah, MD

Dr. Zeinah Abu Zeinah, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abu Zeinah, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New York, NY?

    Ghaith Abu-Zeinah, MD, is an Assistant Professor in Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College and an Assistant Attending Physician at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Abu-Zeinah earned his M.D. with academic distinction from the Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar in 2013. He completed his residency training in Internal Medicine (2016) and fellowship training in Hematology/Oncology (2019) at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City.Dr. Abu-Zeinah is a Hematologist and Oncologist with a specialty practice in Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN). His laboratory and clinical research is focused on identifying and developing therapies that target the malignant stem cells in patients with MPN. He received several awards for his work and presented at national conferences including the International Congress on Myeloproliferative Neoplasms and the American Society of Hematology. He has joined the Richard T Silver MPN Center as a physician-scientist both treating patients and conducting research.

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    What languages does Dr. Abu Zeinah speak?

    Dr. Abu Zeinah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Abu Zeinah typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Abu Zeinah 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. Abu Zeinah. 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:

    • Polycythemia vera
    • Bone Marrow Disease
    • Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
    • PV
    • Primary polycythemia
    • Erythremia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D45: Polycythemia vera

    Also known as:

    • Essential Thrombocythemia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Essential thrombocythemia
    • Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
    • ET
    • Primary Thrombocythemia
    • Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia

    Also known as:

    • Myelofibrosis
    • Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
    • Bone Marrow Disease
    • Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Primary myelofibrosis
    • Chronic idiopathic myelofibrosis
    • Bone marrow scarring
    • CMPN
    • Myeloproliferative disorder
    • Chronic blood cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D474: Osteomyelofibrosis
    • D471: Chronic myeloproliferative disease

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Polycythemia
    • Blood Disorder
    • High red blood cell count (secondary)
    • Excess red blood cells (secondary)
    • Acquired polycythemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D751: Secondary polycythemia

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Abu Zeinah typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Abu Zeinah performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Abu Zeinah. 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:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Does Dr. Abu Zeinah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abu Zeinah 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. Abu Zeinah accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Abu Zeinah in New York, NY 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)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Abu Zeinah's office located?

    Richard T. Silver, M.D. Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) Center

    Richard T. Silver, M.D. Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) Center

    520 East 70th Street

    Starr Pavilion, 3rd Floor

    New York, NY 10021

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    What is Dr. Abu Zeinah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abu Zeinah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174962146.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abu Zeinah?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abu Zeinah

    What is Dr. Zeinah Abu Zeinah's specialty?

    Dr. Abu Zeinah is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New York, NY.

    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 this Dr. Zeinah Abu Zeinah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abu Zeinah is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Zeinah Abu Zeinah accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Zeinah Abu Zeinah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zeinah Abu Zeinah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abu Zeinah's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Zeinah Abu Zeinah?

    Please contact Dr. Abu Zeinah's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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