Who is Dr. George, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Geneva, IL?
Dr. Christopher George, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Geneva, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. George graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Emergency Medicine.
Dr. George is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. George’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. George’s office at (630) 232-0610.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. George?
Dr. Christopher George, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. George empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bladder Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Kidney Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Geneva/IL community, Dr. George is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. George go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Emergency Medicine | University Of Colorado | University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Is Dr. George board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher George, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. George speak?
Dr. George and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. George treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. George 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. George. 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:
Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
Prostatic Carcinoma
Prostate Gland Cancer
Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
Cancer Chemotherapy
Chemo treatment
Oncology chemotherapy
Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
Kidney Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Renal Cancer
Kidney Tumor
Renal Cell Carcinoma
Urinary Bladder Cancer
Bladder Tumor
Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
Also known as:
Colorectal Cancer
Rectal cancer
Colon cancer
Bowel cancer
Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
Kidney Cancer
Renal cancer
Kidney carcinoma
Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
Neuroendocrine Tumor
Cancer
Endocrine Disease
Malignant NET
Neuroendocrine Cancer
NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
Bladder Cancer
Urinary Bladder Cancer
Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
Chronic medication use
Ongoing drug treatment
Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does Dr. George perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. George 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. George. 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:
Blood Transfusion
Blood Transfusion and Donation
Blood product transfusion
Red blood cell transfusion
Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
Central Line Explant
Port-a-Cath Removal
Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
Subcutaneous port placement
Central line with port
CPT Codes:
36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
Declotting of Vascular Access Device
Catheter declotting
Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
Blocked port-a-cath treatment
Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. George accept my insurance?
Dr. George accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 232-0610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. George accept in Geneva, IL?
Dr. George in Geneva, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. George's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. George's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235143835.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. George?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. George
What is Dr. Christopher George's specialty?
Dr. George is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Geneva, IL.
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. George to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher George affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. George is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital 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 Christopher George accepting new patients in Geneva, IL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher George is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher George offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (630) 232-0610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher George?
Please contact Dr. George's office at (630) 232-0610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher George have?
Dr. Christopher George is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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