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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elkon, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Jacob Elkon, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Elkon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkon’s office at (202) 741-2210.
What languages does Dr. Elkon speak?
Dr. Elkon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Elkon typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Elkon 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. Elkon. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Elkon typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Elkon 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. Elkon. 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:
- 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Elkon accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-2210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elkon accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Elkon in Boston, MA 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 Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elkon's office located?
What is Dr. Elkon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104153105.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkon
What is Dr. Jacob Elkon's specialty?
Dr. Elkon is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Boston, MA.
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. Jacob Elkon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elkon is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford 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 Jacob Elkon accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Jacob Elkon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jacob Elkon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elkon's office at (202) 741-2210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jacob Elkon?
Please contact Dr. Elkon's office at (202) 741-2210 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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