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Dr. Cristina Merkhofer, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Internist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Merkhofer, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Cristina Merkhofer, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Merkhofer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Merkhofer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Merkhofer’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Merkhofer speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Merkhofer 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. Merkhofer. 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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer
    • Right lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
    • C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

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

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cristina Merkhofer may include:

    Please contact Dr. Merkhofer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Merkhofer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Merkhofer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Merkhofer accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Merkhofer in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Merkhofer's office located?

    Dr. Cristina Merkhofer's Primary Practice

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

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

    Dr. Merkhofer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649698432.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Merkhofer?

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

    What is Dr. Cristina Merkhofer's specialty?

    Dr. Merkhofer is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Washington, DC.

    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 Dr. Cristina Merkhofer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Merkhofer is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center 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

    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 Dr. Cristina Merkhofer accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Cristina Merkhofer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cristina Merkhofer offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cristina Merkhofer?

    Please contact Dr. Merkhofer's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Merkhofer's office located?

    Dr. Merkhofer's office is located in Washington, DC.