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Dr. Karen Tedesco, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Amsterdam, NY

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tedesco, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Amsterdam, NY?

    Dr. Karen Tedesco, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Amsterdam, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Tedesco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tedesco’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tedesco’s office at (518) 843-0020.

    Where did Dr. Tedesco go to medical school and complete their residency?

      Is Dr. Tedesco board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. Karen Tedesco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Tedesco speak?

      Dr. Tedesco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

      • English

      What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Tedesco typically treat?

      As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Tedesco 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. Tedesco. 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
      • Upper-Inner Quadrant Left 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
      • Left female breast cancer upper-inner
      • Upper-inner left female breast tumor
      • Malignant growth in upper-inner left 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
      • C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast

      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:

      • Prostate Cancer
      • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
      • Prostatic Carcinoma
      • Prostate Gland Cancer
      • Malignant Prostate Tumor

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

      What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Tedesco typically perform?

      As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Tedesco 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. Tedesco. 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

      Does Dr. Tedesco accept my insurance?

      Dr. Tedesco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 843-0020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Tedesco accept in Amsterdam, NY?

      Dr. Tedesco in Amsterdam, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

      • Centene Corporation

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

      • Martin's Point Health Care

      • Medicaid

      • Medicare

      • MVP Health Care

      • State of New York

      • UnitedHealth Group

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      Where is Dr. Tedesco's office located?

      Dr. Karen Tedesco's Primary Practice

      1700 Riverfront Ctr

      Amsterdam, NY 12010

      (518) 843-0020

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      Dr. Karen Tedesco's Practice 2

      400 Patroon Creek Blvd Ste 1

      Albany, NY 12206

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      What is Dr. Tedesco's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

      Dr. Tedesco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083601124.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tedesco?

      Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tedesco

      What is Dr. Karen Tedesco's specialty?

      Dr. Tedesco is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Amsterdam, NY.

      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 Dr. Karen Tedesco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Tedesco is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Wynn Hospital, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny 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

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

      Is Dr. Karen Tedesco accepting new patients in Amsterdam, NY?

      Yes, Dr. Karen Tedesco is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Karen Tedesco offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Tedesco's office at (518) 843-0020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Tedesco?

      Please contact Dr. Tedesco's office at (518) 843-0020 to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Tedesco's office located?

      Dr. Tedesco's offices are located in Amsterdam, NY and Albany, NY.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Tedesco have?

      Dr. Karen Tedesco is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.