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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alrifai, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Park Ridge, IL?
Dr. Taha Alrifai, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Park Ridge, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alrifai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alrifai’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alrifai’s office at (773) 665-6730.
What languages does Dr. Alrifai speak?
Dr. Alrifai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Alrifai typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Alrifai 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. Alrifai. 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Multiple Myeloma in Remission
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
- Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission
- Kahler's Disease in Remission
- Myeloma in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
- C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia
- Lymphoplasmacytic Lymphoma
- WM Lymphoma
- Waldenstrom's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8800: Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Alrifai typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Taha Alrifai 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. Alrifai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alrifai accept my insurance?
Dr. Alrifai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 665-6730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alrifai accept in Park Ridge, IL?
Dr. Alrifai in Park Ridge, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alrifai's office located?
Dr. Taha Alrifai's Primary Practice
1700 Luther Ln Ste 2200
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(773) 665-6730
What is Dr. Alrifai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alrifai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023463932.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alrifai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alrifai
What is Dr. Taha Alrifai's specialty?
Dr. Alrifai is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Park Ridge, IL.
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. Taha Alrifai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alrifai is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Advocate Sherman 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
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 Taha Alrifai accepting new patients in Park Ridge, IL?
Yes, Dr. Taha Alrifai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Taha Alrifai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alrifai's office at (773) 665-6730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Taha Alrifai?
Please contact Dr. Alrifai's office at (773) 665-6730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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