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Who is Dr. Blitzer, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Jonathan Blitzer, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Blitzer graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Blitzer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blitzer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blitzer’s office at (562) 933-1877.
Where did Dr. Blitzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: SUNY Upstate Med Center
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine | SUNY Upstate Med Center | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Blitzer board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Blitzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Blitzer speak?
Dr. Blitzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Blitzer treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Blitzer 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. Blitzer. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Right Female Nipple and Areola Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Cancer of right female nipple
- Right female areola tumor
- Malignant growth on right female nipple
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50011: Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
What procedures does Dr. Blitzer perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Blitzer 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. Blitzer. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Blitzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Blitzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 933-1877 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blitzer accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Blitzer in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Centene
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Seaside Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Blitzer's office located?
Dr. Jonathan Blitzer's Primary Practice
2810 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 933-1877
Dr. Jonathan Blitzer's Practice 3
5882 Bolsa Ave Ste 100
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
(714) 890-1219
What is Dr. Blitzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blitzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912967324.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blitzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blitzer
What is Dr. Jonathan Blitzer's specialty?
Dr. Blitzer is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Long Beach, CA. 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. Blitzer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jonathan Blitzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Blitzer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center, Orange Coast Medical Center. 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
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Is Jonathan Blitzer accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Blitzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan Blitzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blitzer's office at (562) 933-1877 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan Blitzer?
Please contact Dr. Blitzer's office at (562) 933-1877 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jonathan Blitzer have?
Dr. Jonathan Blitzer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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