Dr. Alexander Gaitanis, DO

Medical Oncologist, Internist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Princeton, WV

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Gaitanis, Medical Oncologist in Princeton, WV?

Dr. Alexander Gaitanis, DO is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Princeton, WV. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Gaitanis graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Abington Memorial Hospital. Dr. Gaitanis is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaitanis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaitanis’s office at 304-425-1453.

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

Residency: Abington Memorial Hospital
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Is Dr. Gaitanis board certified as a Medical Oncologist?

Yes, Dr. Alexander Gaitanis, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Gaitanis speak?

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

English
Greek, Modern (1453-)

What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Gaitanis typically treat?

As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Gaitanis 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. Gaitanis. 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:

Anemia
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
Iron
Low Red Blood Cell Count
Low Hemoglobin
Iron deficiency
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:

D649: Anemia, unspecified
D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

Also known as:

Thrombocytopenia
Platelet Disorder
Low platelet count
Platelet deficiency
Bleeding disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

Also known as:

Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
Health Screening
Mammography
Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Mammograms
Breast X-ray
Breast Cancer Check

ICD-10 Codes:

Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

Also known as:

Cancer Chemotherapy
Chemo treatment
Oncology chemotherapy
Cancer drug therapy

ICD-10 Codes:

Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

Does Dr. Gaitanis accept my insurance?

Dr. Gaitanis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 304-425-1453 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Gaitanis accept in Princeton, WV?

Dr. Gaitanis in Princeton, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of West Virginia

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Where is Dr. Gaitanis' office located?

WVU Medicine

218 Undercliff Terrace

Princeton, WV 24740

304-425-1453

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What hospitals are Dr. Gaitanis affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Gaitanis has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital,Morgantown, WV

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

Dr. Gaitanis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114937844.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaitanis?

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

What is Dr. Alexander Gaitanis's specialty?

Dr. Gaitanis is a Medical Oncologist near Princeton, WV.

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 Dr. Alexander Gaitanis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Gaitanis is affiliated with Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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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