45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Khuwaja, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Abdul Khuwaja, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Astoria, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Khuwaja graduated from Sindhmedicalcollege and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; St Louis Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Altoona Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Maricopa. Dr. Khuwaja is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khuwaja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khuwaja’s office at (718) 777-1998.
Where did Dr. Khuwaja go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hematology/Oncology, St. Louis University Hospital | Hematology/Oncology, Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children's Medical Center of New York | Long Island Jewish Medical Center | St Louis University School of Medicine/Medical Ctr
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; St Louis Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Altoona Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Maricopa | Altoona Hospital | Maricopa Medical Center | Altoona Regional Health System | Long Island Jewish Medical Center | Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: Liaquat Med Coll, Univ of Sind, Jamshoro, Pakistan | Liaquat Medical College | Sindhmedicalcollege | Liaquat National Medical College | Karachi Medical and Dental College
Is Dr. Khuwaja board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Abdul Khuwaja, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1986, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1989
What languages does Dr. Khuwaja speak?
Dr. Khuwaja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Khuwaja typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Khuwaja 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. Khuwaja. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Other Inherited Blood Clotting Disorder
- Bleeding Disorder
- Rare Thrombophilia
- Genetic Clotting Tendency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6859: Other primary thrombophilia
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Khuwaja typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Khuwaja 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. Khuwaja. 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:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
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
Does Dr. Khuwaja accept my insurance?
Dr. Khuwaja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 777-1998 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khuwaja accept in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Khuwaja in Astoria, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Khuwaja's office located?
What is Dr. Khuwaja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khuwaja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063442226.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khuwaja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khuwaja
What is Dr. Abdul Khuwaja's specialty?
Dr. Khuwaja is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Astoria, NY.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Abdul Khuwaja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Khuwaja is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mount Sinai Queens. 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 Abdul Khuwaja accepting new patients in Astoria, NY?
Yes, Dr. Abdul Khuwaja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abdul Khuwaja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khuwaja's office at (718) 777-1998 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abdul Khuwaja?
Please contact Dr. Khuwaja's office at (718) 777-1998 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abdul Khuwaja have?
Dr. Abdul Khuwaja is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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