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Who is Dr. Degar, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Barbara Degar, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Degar completed her residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology; Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Degar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Degar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Degar’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Where did Dr. Degar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology; Yale New Haven Hosp, Pediatrics
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny
Is Dr. Degar board certified as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Degar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Degar speak?
Dr. Degar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Degar typically treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Degar 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. Degar. 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:
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis
- Langerhans cell histiocytosis
- Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis Treatment (PDQ)
- LCH
- Unifocal LCH
ICD-10 Codes:
- C966: Unifocal Langerhans-cell histiocytosis
What procedures does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Degar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Degar 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. Degar. 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
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. Degar accept my insurance?
Dr. Degar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Degar accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Degar in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Degar's office located?
What is Dr. Degar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Degar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326007212.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Degar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Degar
What is Dr. Barbara Degar's specialty?
Dr. Degar is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist do?
A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers.
Is this Dr. Barbara Degar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Degar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dana - Farber Cancer Institute - Longwood Medical Area, Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Barbara Degar accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Degar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Degar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Degar's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Degar?
Please contact Dr. Degar's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Barbara Degar have?
Dr. Barbara Degar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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