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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simons, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Yael Simons is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Simons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simons’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simons’s office at (212) 420-2000.
What languages does Dr. Simons speak?
Dr. Simons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Simons typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Simons 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. Simons. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Family History
- Hereditary breast cancer risk
- Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
- Breast cancer in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Simons typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Simons 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. Simons. 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:
- MRI-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Magnetic Resonance Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy with MRI
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19085: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including magnetic resonance guidance
Does Dr. Simons accept my insurance?
Dr. Simons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 420-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simons accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Simons in Brooklyn, NY 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)
H & R Block
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Simons' office located?
What is Dr. Simons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811342215.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simons
What is Dr. Yael Simons's specialty?
Dr. Simons is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Yael Simons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simons is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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
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Is Yael Simons accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yael Simons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yael Simons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simons's office at (212) 420-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yael Simons?
Please contact Dr. Simons's office at (212) 420-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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