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Who is Dr. Altahan, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Alaa Altahan is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Altahan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altahan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altahan’s office at (408) 972-6560.
What languages does Dr. Altahan speak?
Dr. Altahan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Altahan treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Altahan 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. Altahan. 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:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
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:
- Follicular Lymphoma
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Follicular Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- FL
- Nodular Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphosarcoma
- NHL
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8290: Follicular lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
- C8339: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites
- C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Hodgkin's Disease', 'Hodgkin's Lymphoma
- Hodgkin's Disease
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Reed-Sternberg Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8190: Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
- C8178: Other Hodgkin lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
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:
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
- Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
- Kidney Disease
- Platelet Disorder
- Anemia
- Autoimmune Disease
- HUS
- Thrombotic Microangiopathy
- Kidney failure with red blood cell destruction
- AIHA
- Immune Hemolytic Anemia
- Anemia caused by immune system
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5930: Hemolytic-uremic syndrome, unspecified
- D5910: Autoimmune hemolytic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Altahan perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alaa Altahan 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. Altahan's office.
Does Dr. Altahan accept my insurance?
Dr. Altahan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 972-6560 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altahan accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Altahan in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Altahan's office located?
Dr. Alaa Altahan's Primary Practice
270 International Cir
San Jose, CA 95119
(408) 972-6560
What is Dr. Altahan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altahan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952757684.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altahan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altahan
What is Dr. Alaa Altahan's specialty?
Dr. Altahan is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near San Jose, CA. 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. Altahan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alaa Altahan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Altahan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - San Jose Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Alaa Altahan accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alaa Altahan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alaa Altahan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altahan's office at (408) 972-6560 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alaa Altahan?
Please contact Dr. Altahan's office at (408) 972-6560 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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