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Dr. Jens Hillengass, MD
Buffalo, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hillengass, Medical Oncologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Jens Hillengass, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Hillengass is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hillengass’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hillengass’s office at (716) 845-2300.
What languages does Dr. Hillengass speak?
Dr. Hillengass and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Hillengass typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Hillengass 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. Hillengass. 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Leukemia
- Multiple Myeloma in Remission
- Solitary Plasmacytoma
- 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 Cancer
- Leukemic Myeloma
- Disseminated Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission
- Kahler's Disease in Remission
- Myeloma in Remission
- Solitary Bone Plasmacytoma
- Localized Plasma Cell Tumor
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
- C9010: Plasma cell leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission
- C9030: Solitary plasmacytoma not having achieved 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:
- Light Chain Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- AL Amyloidosis
- Primary Amyloidosis
- Immunoglobulin Light Chain Amyloidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8581: Light chain (AL) amyloidosis
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Hillengass typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Hillengass 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. Hillengass. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
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. Hillengass accept my insurance?
Dr. Hillengass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 845-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hillengass accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Hillengass in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hillengass' office located?
Dr. Jens Hillengass' Primary Practice
Elm and Carlton St
Buffalo, NY 14263
(716) 845-2300
What is Dr. Hillengass's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hillengass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447748058.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hillengass?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hillengass
What is Dr. Jens Hillengass's specialty?
Dr. Hillengass is a Medical Oncologist near Buffalo, NY.
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. Jens Hillengass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hillengass is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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 Jens Hillengass accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jens Hillengass is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jens Hillengass offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hillengass's office at (716) 845-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jens Hillengass?
Please contact Dr. Hillengass's office at (716) 845-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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