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Who is Dr. Messmer, Medical Oncologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Marcus Messmer is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Messmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Messmer’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Messmer’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Messmer?
Dr. Marcus Messmer is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist 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. Messmer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lymphoma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Messmer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Messmer speak?
Dr. Messmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Messmer typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Messmer 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. Messmer. 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:
- Follicular Lymphoma
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Follicular Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- FL
- Nodular Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8290: Follicular lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
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
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:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Messmer typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Messmer 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. Messmer. 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:
- 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. Messmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Messmer 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. Messmer accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Messmer in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers Life
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Messmer's office located?
What is Dr. Messmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Messmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285070490.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Messmer
What is Dr. Marcus Messmer's specialty?
Dr. Messmer is a Medical Oncologist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Marcus Messmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Messmer is affiliated with Fox Chase 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Marcus Messmer accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Marcus Messmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marcus Messmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Messmer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marcus Messmer?
Please contact Dr. Messmer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Messmer
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111