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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kotecha, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Ritesh Kotecha, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kotecha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kotecha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kotecha’s office at (212) 639-2000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kotecha?
Dr. Ritesh Kotecha, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kotecha empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Trials, Genitourinary Cancer, Kidney Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Kotecha is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Kotecha speak?
Dr. Kotecha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kotecha typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kotecha 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. Kotecha. 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:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of kidney cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Wilms tumor
- Past kidney cancer
- Renal cancer survivor
- Previous kidney malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85528: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of kidney
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kotecha typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ritesh Kotecha 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. Kotecha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kotecha accept my insurance?
Dr. Kotecha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kotecha accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kotecha in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kotecha's office located?
What is Dr. Kotecha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kotecha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396159703.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kotecha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kotecha
What is Dr. Ritesh Kotecha's specialty?
Dr. Kotecha 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. Ritesh Kotecha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kotecha is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 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
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Is Ritesh Kotecha accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ritesh Kotecha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritesh Kotecha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kotecha's office at (212) 639-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritesh Kotecha?
Please contact Dr. Kotecha's office at (212) 639-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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