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Dr. James Russell, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Russell, Medical Oncologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. James Russell, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Russell graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Russell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Russell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Russell’s office at (215) 615-0063.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine | Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Russell board certified in Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Russell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Russell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Russell treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Russell 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. Russell. 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
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell-Hemoglobin C Disease
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle cell anemia without crisis
    • Chronic sickle cell disease
    • Stable sickle cell
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
    • Hb SC Disease
    • Sickle Hemoglobin C Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
    • D5720: Sickle-cell/Hb-C disease without crisis

    Also known as:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Intermittent Porphyria
    • Porphyria
    • AIP
    • Hepatic porphyria
    • Genetic metabolic disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8021: Acute intermittent (hepatic) porphyria

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Beta Plus Thalassemia
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Beta thalassemia
    • Sickle Beta+ Thalassemia
    • Hb S/Beta+ Thalassemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5744: Sickle-cell thalassemia beta plus without crisis

    Also known as:

    • Beta Thalassemia
    • Thalassemia
    • Beta thalassemia
    • Beta-thalassemia major', 'Cooley's anemia
    • Thalassemia intermedia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D561: Beta thalassemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Russell perform as a Medical Oncologist?

    As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Russell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Russell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Russell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 615-0063 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Russell accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Russell in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Russell's office located?

    Dr. James Russell's Primary Practice

    3400 Civic Center Blvd

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 615-0063

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    Dr. James Russell's Practice 2

    501 S 54th St

    Philadelphia, PA 19143

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

    Dr. Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942243225.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Russell?

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

    What is Dr. James Russell's specialty?

    Dr. Russell is a Medical Oncologist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Russell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Russell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Russell is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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

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    Is James Russell accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. James Russell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Russell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (215) 615-0063 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Russell?

    Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (215) 615-0063 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Russell have?

    Dr. James Russell is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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