Dr. Yousuf Gaffar, MD

Towson, MD

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Gaffar, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Towson, MD?

Dr. Yousuf Gaffar, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Towson, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Gaffar completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Hematology/Oncology; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gaffar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaffar’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaffar’s office at (240) 964-8760.

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

Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Hematology/Oncology; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Saba University / School of Medicine

Is Dr. Gaffar board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Yousuf Gaffar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Gaffar speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Gaffar typically treat?

As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Gaffar 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. Gaffar. 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

ICD-10 Codes:

D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

Also known as:

Breast Cancer
Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
Female Breast Cancer
Malignant Breast Tumor
Breast Carcinoma
Right female breast cancer upper-outer
Upper-outer right female breast tumor
Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast

ICD-10 Codes:

C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast

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

What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Gaffar typically perform?

As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yousuf Gaffar may include:

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

Does Dr. Gaffar accept my insurance?

Dr. Gaffar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 964-8760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Gaffar accept in Towson, MD?

Dr. Gaffar in Towson, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks

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Where is Dr. Gaffar's office located?

Dr. Yousuf Gaffar's Primary Practice

7501 Osler Dr Ste 102

Towson, MD 21204

(240) 964-8760

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Dr. Yousuf Gaffar's Practice 2

10710 Charter Dr Ste G020

Columbia, MD 21044

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What hospitals are Dr. Gaffar affiliated with?

Dr. Gaffar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

AdventHealth Porter,Denver, CO

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

Dr. Gaffar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891798914.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaffar?

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

What is Dr. Yousuf Gaffar's specialty?

Dr. Gaffar is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Towson, MD.

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 Dr. Yousuf Gaffar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Gaffar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AdventHealth Porter. 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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