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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fares, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. Charlene Fares, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fares is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fares’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fares’s office at (651) 241-5111.
What languages does Dr. Fares speak?
Dr. Fares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Fares typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Fares 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. Fares. 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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Fares typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Fares 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. Fares. 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:
- 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:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
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:
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietary Counseling
- Nutritional Assessment
- Registered Dietitian Consultation
CPT Codes:
- 97802: Medical nutrition therapy; initial assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
- Acupuncture Treatment
- Acupuncture Session (Initial)
- Acupuncture
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
- Needle Therapy
- Acupuncture Session
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
CPT Codes:
- 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
Also known as:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Fares accept my insurance?
Dr. Fares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 241-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fares accept in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. Fares in Saint Paul, MN 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medica Advantage
Medica Group
Medicare
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fares' office located?
Dr. Charlene Fares' Primary Practice
310 Smith Ave N Ste 300
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 241-5111
What is Dr. Fares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952795841.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fares
What is Dr. Charlene Fares's specialty?
Dr. Fares is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Saint Paul, MN.
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. Charlene Fares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fares is affiliated with United Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, St. Francis Regional Medical Center, M Health Fairview St. John's 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
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Is Charlene Fares accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?
Yes, Dr. Charlene Fares is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charlene Fares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fares's office at (651) 241-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charlene Fares?
Please contact Dr. Fares's office at (651) 241-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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