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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schwartz, Medical Oncologist in Newton, MA?
Dr. Joel Schwartz, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Newton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Schwartz completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schwartz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwartz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwartz’s office at (978) 977-3434.
Where did Dr. Schwartz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Schwartz board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Schwartz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Schwartz speak?
Dr. Schwartz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Schwartz typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Schwartz 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. Schwartz. 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:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
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 Medical Oncologist like Dr. Schwartz typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Schwartz 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. Schwartz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schwartz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwartz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 977-3434 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwartz accept in Newton, MA?
Dr. Schwartz in Newton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Schwartz's office located?
What is Dr. Schwartz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588655641.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwartz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schwartz
What is Dr. Joel Schwartz's specialty?
Dr. Schwartz is a Medical Oncologist near Newton, MA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Joel Schwartz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schwartz is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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 Joel Schwartz accepting new patients in Newton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Joel Schwartz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Schwartz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schwartz's office at (978) 977-3434 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Schwartz?
Please contact Dr. Schwartz's office at (978) 977-3434 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Schwartz have?
Dr. Joel Schwartz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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