MD
23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Danso, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Michael Danso, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Danso graduated from Royal Free Hospital Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System Program. Dr. Danso is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Danso’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Danso’s office at (757) 368-0437.
Where did Dr. Danso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Royal Free and University College Medical School, University Of London | Royal Free Hospital Sch of Medicine
Is Dr. Danso board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Danso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Danso speak?
Dr. Danso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Danso treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Danso 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. Danso. 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:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer left female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50512: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
- C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Negative (ER-) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Negative Cancer
- No Estrogen Receptors
- Hormone Receptor Negative
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z171: Estrogen receptor negative status [ER-]
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- 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:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of 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
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Which procedures does Dr. Danso perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Danso 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. Danso's office.
Does Dr. Danso accept my insurance?
Dr. Danso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 368-0437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Danso accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Danso in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Danso's office located?
Dr. Michael Danso's Primary Practice
6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 200
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 368-0437
What is Dr. Danso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Danso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467445999.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Danso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Danso
What is Dr. Michael Danso's specialty?
Dr. Danso is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Norfolk, VA. 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. Danso to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Danso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Danso is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Chesapeake Regional 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
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Is Michael Danso accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Danso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Danso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Danso's office at (757) 368-0437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Danso?
Please contact Dr. Danso's office at (757) 368-0437 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Danso have?
Dr. Michael Danso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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