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. 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 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 as a 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Danso typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Danso typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Danso 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
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
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. 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, Sentara Obici 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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