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Who is Dr. Slim, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Jennifer Slim, DO is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Slim is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slim’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slim’s office.
Is Dr. Slim board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Slim, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Slim speak?
Dr. Slim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Slim typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Slim 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. Slim. 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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Slim typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Slim 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. Slim. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Slim accept my insurance?
Dr. Slim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slim accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Slim in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Corporate Services
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Slim's office located?
What is Dr. Slim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396942181.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slim
What is Dr. Jennifer Slim's specialty?
Dr. Slim is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Tacoma, 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. Jennifer Slim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Slim is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Multicare Capital Medical Center, Multicare Good Samaritan 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 Jennifer Slim accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Slim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Slim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Slim's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Slim?
Please contact Dr. Slim's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Slim have?
Dr. Jennifer Slim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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