42 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Forlenza, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Staten Island, NY?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Forlenza?
Dr. Thomas Forlenza, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Forlenza empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bleeding/Coagulation Disorders, Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Palliative Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Staten Island, NY community, Dr. Forlenza is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Forlenza go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kings County Hosp Ctr, Medical Oncology; Univ Of Ky Hosp, Internal Medicine; Sisters Charity Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Forlenza board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Forlenza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Forlenza speak?
Dr. Forlenza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
- Italian
- Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Forlenza typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Forlenza 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. Forlenza. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Forlenza typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Forlenza 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. Forlenza's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Forlenza accept my insurance?
Dr. Forlenza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 816-4949 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Forlenza accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Forlenza in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Forlenza's office located?
Dr. Thomas Forlenza's Primary Practice
1000 South Ave Ste Lle
Staten Island, NY 10314
(718) 816-4949
What hospitals are Dr. Forlenza affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Forlenza has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Forlenza's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Forlenza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619978442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Forlenza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Forlenza