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Who is Dr. Desai, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Anupam Desai, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Desai is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desai’s office at (617) 975-5000.
Is Dr. Desai board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Anupam Desai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desai speak?
Dr. Desai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does Dr. Desai treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Desai 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. Desai. 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.
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma of the Left Leg or Hip
- Melanoma of Right Leg or Hip
- Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma of the Right Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
- Left Leg Melanoma
- Left Hip Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Left Leg
- Right Leg Melanoma
- Right Hip Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Right Lower Limb Melanoma
- Left Arm Melanoma
- Left Shoulder Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Left Arm
- Left Upper Limb Melanoma
- Right Arm Melanoma
- Right Shoulder Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Right Arm
- Scalp Melanoma
- Neck Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Scalp
- Skin Cancer of Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
- C4372: Malignant melanoma of left lower limb, including hip
- C4371: Malignant melanoma of right lower limb, including hip
- C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C4361: Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Nasopharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Nasopharynx
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Throat Carcinoma
- Laryngeal cancer
- Supraglottic cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
- Hypopharyngeal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C119: Malignant neoplasm of nasopharynx, unspecified
- C118: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of nasopharynx
- C321: Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
- C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
- C139: Malignant neoplasm of hypopharynx, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Head Cancer
- Neck Cancer
- Facial Cancer
- Malignant Head and Neck Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C760: Malignant neoplasm of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Left Lower Limb
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
- Sarcoma of left leg
- Malignant soft tissue tumor of left leg
- Connective tissue cancer of left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
- C4922: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Spread
- Lung Cancer
- Metastatic Lung Cancer
- Secondary Lung Tumor
- Lung Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7800: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified 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
Also known as:
- Salivary Gland Cancer
- Parotid Gland Cancer
- Salivary Gland Tumor
- Salivary Gland Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C07: Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland
Which procedures does Dr. Desai perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Anupam Desai may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desai's office.
Does Dr. Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Desai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 975-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desai accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Desai in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Network Health
Other TPA
Point32Health
Tufts Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desai's office located?
What is Dr. Desai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316126733.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desai
What is Dr. Anupam Desai's specialty?
Dr. Desai is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Boston, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Desai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anupam Desai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desai is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Anupam Desai accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Anupam Desai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anupam Desai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (617) 975-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anupam Desai?
Please contact Dr. Desai's office at (617) 975-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anupam Desai have?
Dr. Anupam Desai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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