Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Bushunow, Medical Oncologist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Peter Bushunow, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bushunow graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Society of Clinical Oncology, Society for Neuro-Oncology, CALGB investigator, Institutional responsible investigator, University of Rochester Community Clinical Oncology Program Research Base Co-investigator, and Institutional principal investigator. Dr. Bushunow is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bushunow’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bushunow’s office at (585) 922-4200.
Where did Dr. Bushunow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: SUNY, Upstate Medical University at Syracuse
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine | SUNY Upstate Medical University Affiliated Hospitals | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Bushunow board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Bushunow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1991, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2011
What languages does Dr. Bushunow speak?
Dr. Bushunow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Bushunow treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Bushunow 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. Bushunow. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of right female breast
Which procedures does Dr. Bushunow perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Peter Bushunow 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. Bushunow's office.
Does Dr. Bushunow accept my insurance?
Dr. Bushunow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 922-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bushunow accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Bushunow in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Bushunow's office located?
Dr. Peter Bushunow's Primary Practice
1425 Portland Ave
Rochester, NY 14621
(585) 922-4200
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians
Member
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Member
Society for Neuro-Oncology
Member
CALGB investigator
Member
Institutional responsible investigator
Member
University of Rochester Community Clinical Oncology Program Research Base Co-investigator
Member
Institutional principal investigator
Member
What is Dr. Bushunow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bushunow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619915402.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bushunow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bushunow
What is Dr. Peter Bushunow's specialty?
Dr. Bushunow is a Medical Oncologist near Rochester, NY. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Bushunow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peter Bushunow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bushunow is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rochester General Hospital, Strong Memorial Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?
Explore Medical Oncologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Peter Bushunow accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Peter Bushunow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Bushunow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bushunow's office at (585) 922-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Bushunow?
Please contact Dr. Bushunow's office at (585) 922-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Bushunow have?
Dr. Peter Bushunow is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Medical Oncologist Near Rochester, NY
Medical Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Julia Smith, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Rochester, NY
NK
Medical Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Nayana Kamath, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Rochester, NY
EK
Medical Oncologist
Dr. Emma Kelleher is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Rochester, NY