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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schumaker, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Robert Schumaker, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Schumaker graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schumaker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schumaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schumaker’s office at (865) 934-5800.
Where did Dr. Schumaker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Schumaker board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Schumaker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Schumaker speak?
Dr. Schumaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Schumaker typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Schumaker 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. Schumaker. 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:
- 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:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- Hematologic Disorders
- Immunological Disorders
- Autoimmune Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z862: Personal history of diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Schumaker typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Schumaker 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
Please contact Dr. Schumaker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schumaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Schumaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 934-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schumaker accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Schumaker in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schumaker's office located?
Dr. Robert Schumaker's Primary Practice
1415 Old Weisgarber Rd Ste 200
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 934-5800
What is Dr. Schumaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schumaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679573752.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schumaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schumaker
What is Dr. Robert Schumaker's specialty?
Dr. Schumaker is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Knoxville, TN.
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. Robert Schumaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schumaker is affiliated with Baptist Health Corbin, Uc Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Schumaker accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Robert Schumaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Schumaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schumaker's office at (865) 934-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Schumaker?
Please contact Dr. Schumaker's office at (865) 934-5800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Schumaker have?
Dr. Robert Schumaker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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