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Dr. David Aboulafia, MD

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aboulafia, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. David Aboulafia, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Aboulafia graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Aboulafia is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aboulafia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aboulafia’s office at (206) 223-6600.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Aboulafia?

    Dr. David Aboulafia, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Aboulafia empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in AIDS Related Cancers, Bleeding/Coagulation Disorders, Hematology, Leukemia & Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma, Myeloproliferative Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Aboulafia is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Aboulafia go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Aboulafia board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Aboulafia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Aboulafia speak?

    Dr. Aboulafia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Aboulafia treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Aboulafia 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. Aboulafia. 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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
    • Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
    • Lymphoma
    • Lymphatic Cancer
    • Lymphosarcoma
    • NHL
    • DLBCL
    • Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
    • Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
    • C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Monoclonal Gammopathy
    • Secondary Polycythemia
    • Blood Disorder
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • MGUS
    • Plasma Cell Disorder
    • Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
    • High red blood cell count (secondary)
    • Excess red blood cells (secondary)
    • Acquired polycythemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
    • D751: Secondary polycythemia

    Also known as:

    • Low Calcium
    • Calcium
    • Hypocalcemia
    • Calcium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8351: Hypocalcemia

    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
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hodgkin Lymphoma
    • Hodgkin's Disease', 'Hodgkin's Lymphoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8190: Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Polycythemia vera
    • Bone Marrow Disease
    • Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
    • PV
    • Primary polycythemia
    • Erythremia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D45: Polycythemia vera

    Also known as:

    • Myelodysplastic Syndrome
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
    • MDS
    • Preleukemia
    • Bone marrow failure disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kaposi Sarcoma
    • KS
    • Kaposi's Cancer', 'Kaposi's Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C469: Kaposi's sarcoma, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anal Dysplasia
    • Anal Disorder
    • Abnormal anal cells
    • Precancerous anal changes
    • Anal epithelial dysplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6282: Dysplasia of anus

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Aboulafia perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Aboulafia may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Aboulafia's office.

    Does Dr. Aboulafia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aboulafia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 223-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aboulafia accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Aboulafia in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Aboulafia's office located?

    Dr. David Aboulafia's Primary Practice

    1100 9th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98101

    (206) 223-6600

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    Dr. David Aboulafia's Practice 2

    4575 Sand Point Way NE Ste 108

    Seattle, WA 98105

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    Dr. David Aboulafia's Practice 3

    11800 NE 128th St Ste 300

    Kirkland, WA 98034

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    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - All Time

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time

    What is Dr. Aboulafia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Aboulafia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043269392.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aboulafia?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aboulafia

    What is Dr. David Aboulafia's specialty?

    Dr. Aboulafia is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Seattle, WA. 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. Aboulafia to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Aboulafia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aboulafia is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical 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

    Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

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    Is David Aboulafia accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. David Aboulafia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Aboulafia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aboulafia's office at (206) 223-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Aboulafia?

    Please contact Dr. Aboulafia's office at (206) 223-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Aboulafia have?

    Dr. David Aboulafia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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