Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Faroun, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Easton, PA?
Dr. Yacoub Faroun, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Easton, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Faroun completed his residency at Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Hematology/Oncology; Conemaugh Valley Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Faroun is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faroun’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faroun’s office.
Where did Dr. Faroun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Hematology/Oncology; Conemaugh Valley Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria
Is Dr. Faroun board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Yacoub Faroun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Faroun speak?
Dr. Faroun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Faroun typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Faroun 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. Faroun. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
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)
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count from Chemotherapy
- Blood Disorder
- Chemotherapy-induced agranulocytosis
- Neutropenia from cancer treatment
- Severe white blood cell deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D701: Agranulocytosis secondary to cancer chemotherapy
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Faroun typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Faroun 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. Faroun. 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:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Does Dr. Faroun accept my insurance?
Dr. Faroun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Faroun accept in Easton, PA?
Dr. Faroun in Easton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
Corporate Services
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Faroun's office located?
What is Dr. Faroun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Faroun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619961133.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faroun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Faroun
What is Dr. Yacoub Faroun's specialty?
Dr. Faroun is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Easton, PA.
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. Yacoub Faroun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faroun is affiliated with St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Atlantic Health Morristown 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 Yacoub Faroun accepting new patients in Easton, PA?
Yes, Dr. Yacoub Faroun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yacoub Faroun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Faroun's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yacoub Faroun?
Please contact Dr. Faroun's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yacoub Faroun have?
Dr. Yacoub Faroun is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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