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Dr. Peter Bushunow, MD

Dr. Peter Bushunow, MD

Medical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Rochester, NY

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. 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 as a 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 a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Bushunow typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Other benign neuroendocrine growths
    • Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors

    What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Bushunow typically perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Bushunow may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bushunow's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Bushunow's office located?

    Dr. Peter Bushunow's Primary Practice

    1425 Portland Ave

    Rochester, NY 14621

    (585) 922-4200

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    Dr. Peter Bushunow's Practice 2

    1555 Long Pond Rd

    Rochester, NY 14626

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bushunow affiliated with?

    Dr. Bushunow has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Rochester General Hospital,Rochester, NY
    Strong Memorial Hospital,Rochester, NY

    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?A 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.

    What does a Medical Oncologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Peter Bushunow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. 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

    When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Peter Bushunow?

    Please contact Dr. Bushunow's office at (585) 922-4200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bushunow's office located?

    Dr. Bushunow's office is located in Rochester, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Bushunow have?

    Dr. Peter Bushunow is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.