Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sanz-Altamira, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Pedro Sanz-Altamira, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sanz-Altamira graduated from University Of Seville Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Dr. Sanz-Altamira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanz-Altamira’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanz-Altamira’s office at (617) 632-6140.
Where did Dr. Sanz-Altamira go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Hematology-Oncology | Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Fellow:Hematology/Oncology
Residency: Newton-Wellesley Hospital | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Seville Faculty Of Medicine | Universidad De Sevilla, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Sanz-Altamira board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Pedro Sanz-Altamira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sanz-Altamira speak?
Dr. Sanz-Altamira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sanz-Altamira treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Sanz-Altamira 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. Sanz-Altamira. 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:
- 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
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
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
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
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:
- 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Sanz-Altamira perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Sanz-Altamira 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. Sanz-Altamira. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
- Dietary Counseling
- Nutritional Assessment
- Registered Dietitian Consultation
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
- 97802: Medical nutrition therapy; initial assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Sanz-Altamira accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanz-Altamira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-6140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanz-Altamira accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Sanz-Altamira in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sanz-Altamira's office located?
Dr. Pedro Sanz-Altamira's Primary Practice
450 Brookline Ave
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 632-6140
Recognitions
Awards
Boston Super Doctors
Margery Derby Fellowship Award
What is Dr. Sanz-Altamira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanz-Altamira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326021429.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanz-Altamira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanz-Altamira
What is Dr. Pedro Sanz-Altamira's specialty?
Dr. Sanz-Altamira is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Boston, MA. 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. Sanz-Altamira to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pedro Sanz-Altamira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanz-Altamira is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital, MerrimackHealth Lawrence Hospital, York Hospital, Concord Hospital – Laconia, Concord Hospital, Elliot 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Pedro Sanz-Altamira accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Pedro Sanz-Altamira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pedro Sanz-Altamira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanz-Altamira's office at (617) 632-6140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pedro Sanz-Altamira?
Please contact Dr. Sanz-Altamira's office at (617) 632-6140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pedro Sanz-Altamira have?
Dr. Pedro Sanz-Altamira is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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