37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Petersdorf, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Effie Petersdorf, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Petersdorf graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Wa Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Petersdorf is fluent in English, German, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petersdorf’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petersdorf’s office at (206) 288-1000.
Where did Dr. Petersdorf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Wa Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Washington Program
Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada | McGill University Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Petersdorf speak?
Dr. Petersdorf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Petersdorf typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Petersdorf 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. Petersdorf. 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:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Petersdorf typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Petersdorf 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. Petersdorf. 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:
- Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant
- Donor Bone Marrow Transplant
- Hematopoietic Cell Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 38240: Hematopoietic progenitor cell (HPC); allogeneic transplantation per donor
Does Dr. Petersdorf accept my insurance?
Dr. Petersdorf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 288-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Petersdorf accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Petersdorf in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Petersdorf's office located?
Dr. Effie Petersdorf's Primary Practice
825 Eastlake Ave E
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 288-1000
What is Dr. Petersdorf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Petersdorf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255532453.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petersdorf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petersdorf
What is Dr. Effie Petersdorf's specialty?
Dr. Petersdorf is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Seattle, WA.
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. Effie Petersdorf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Petersdorf is affiliated with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor 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
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Is Effie Petersdorf accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Effie Petersdorf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Effie Petersdorf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Petersdorf's office at (206) 288-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Effie Petersdorf?
Please contact Dr. Petersdorf's office at (206) 288-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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