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Who is Dr. Cheema, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Faisal Cheema, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cheema is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheema’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheema’s office at (408) 851-1000.
Where did Dr. Cheema go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan
Is Dr. Cheema board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Faisal Cheema, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cheema speak?
Dr. Cheema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Cheema treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Cheema 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. Cheema. 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:
- 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:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute promyelocytic leukemia
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- APL Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia M3
- Promyelocytic Leukemia
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9240: Acute promyelocytic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Small Cell B-cell Lymphoma
- B-cell Lymphoma
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma
- SLL
- CLL
- B-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- B-NHL
- Lymphatic Cancer
- B-cell Lymphosarcoma
- MCL
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma Cancer
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8304: Small cell B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of axilla and upper limb
- C8510: Unspecified B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8318: Mantle cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
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:
- 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:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Aplastic Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
- Marrow Aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell-Hemoglobin C Disease
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Hb SC Disease
- Sickle Hemoglobin C Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5720: Sickle-cell/Hb-C disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Glomerular Disease
- Nephritis
- Glomerulonephritis
- Inflamed Kidneys
ICD-10 Codes:
- N055: Unspecified nephritic syndrome with diffuse mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Also known as:
- Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
- Anemia
- Urine and Urination
- Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria
- PNH
- Marchiafava-Micheli syndrome
- Dark urine anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D595: Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria [Marchiafava-Micheli]
Which procedures does Dr. Cheema perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Faisal Cheema 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. Cheema's office.
Does Dr. Cheema accept my insurance?
Dr. Cheema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 851-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cheema accept in Santa Clara, CA?
Dr. Cheema in Santa Clara, 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 Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cheema's office located?
Dr. Faisal Cheema's Primary Practice
710 Lawrence Expy
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 851-1000
What is Dr. Cheema's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cheema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740210194.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cheema?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cheema
What is Dr. Faisal Cheema's specialty?
Dr. Cheema is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Santa Clara, CA. 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. Cheema to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Faisal Cheema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cheema is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Santa Clara Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente - San Jose Medical Center. 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
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Is Faisal Cheema accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Faisal Cheema is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faisal Cheema offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cheema's office at (408) 851-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faisal Cheema?
Please contact Dr. Cheema's office at (408) 851-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Faisal Cheema have?
Dr. Faisal Cheema is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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