Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schwerkoske, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Woodbury, MN?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schwerkoske?
Dr. John Schwerkoske, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schwerkoske empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Hematologic Malignancies, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Woodbury, MN community, Dr. Schwerkoske is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Schwerkoske go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Hematology-Internal Medicine | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Schwerkoske board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Schwerkoske, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Schwerkoske speak?
Dr. Schwerkoske and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Schwerkoske typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Schwerkoske 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. Schwerkoske. 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:
- 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:
- Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
- Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Cancer
- Brain Cancer
- Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
Also known as:
- Lower-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50312: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of left female breast
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Schwerkoske typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Schwerkoske 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. Schwerkoske's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schwerkoske accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwerkoske accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 735-7414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwerkoske accept in Woodbury, MN?
Dr. Schwerkoske in Woodbury, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Cigna
CMS
Harvard Pilgrim
Medica Group
Medicare
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schwerkoske's office located?
Dr. John Schwerkoske's Primary Practice
6025 Lake Rd Ste 110
Woodbury, MN 55125
(651) 735-7414
What hospitals are Dr. Schwerkoske affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Schwerkoske has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Schwerkoske's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwerkoske's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164491833.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwerkoske?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schwerkoske