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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Altahan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
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:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Hodgkin's Disease
- Hodgkin's Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8190: Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Follicular Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Follicular Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- FL
- Nodular Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8290: Follicular lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Altahan typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Altahan 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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. 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. Alaa Altahan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altahan is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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