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Seen in 24 Hours & Second Opinions

Facing a possible cancer diagnosis? We’ll see you within 24 hours.

Abnormal scan, a biopsy result, or a treatment plan you want checked — call us and we’ll get you an appointment with a New York oncologist within 24 hours on weekdays. Second opinions are typically covered by insurance.

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Or fill out the form and our oncology team will call you.

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Our oncology team will call you to schedule — most new patients are seen within 24 hours on weekdays.

Second opinions are typically covered by insurance. Most major plans accepted — we’ll verify your coverage before your visit.

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Who we can help right away

If your results point toward cancer, the days of waiting are often the hardest. You don’t need to have all the answers before you call — that’s our job.

Abnormal imaging or biopsy

A mammogram, CT, MRI, PET scan or biopsy came back with findings that suggest cancer, and you want an oncologist to explain what it means and what comes next.

Just diagnosed

You’ve been told you have cancer and you want a specialist team to confirm the diagnosis, complete the staging and build a clear treatment plan.

Want a second opinion

You already have a treatment plan and want an independent review before you start — or partway through, if something doesn’t feel right.

Why Premier

When findings suggest cancer, you want the right team leading the charge.

  • ✓A specialized cancer and blood-disorder practice. Hematology and oncology is all we do — your care is led by hematologist-oncologists, not a general clinic.
  • ✓Seen within 24 hours. Call us on a weekday and we’ll get you an appointment within 24 hours. Waiting weeks to find out what a scan means is the hardest part; we keep that wait short.
  • ✓Chemotherapy and infusions on site. When treatment is needed, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive infusions are given in our own infusion centers — no shuttling between facilities.
  • ✓Coordination with leading surgeons. If surgery is part of the plan, we coordinate with experienced surgical oncologists and make sure everyone is working from the same information.
  • ✓Coordination with radiation oncology. When radiation is recommended, we arrange it with radiation oncology partners and keep the timing of every treatment lined up.
  • ✓One team quarterbacking your care. Your oncologist stays the point person — tracking results, referrals and next steps so you are not the one holding it all together.
Patient smiling during an infusion at a Premier Hematology & Oncology center

What happens next

Three simple steps from your first call to a clear plan.

1

Call or request a call back

Call 718-866-3037 or use the form above. On weekdays we’ll find a time within 24 hours, at the center that works for you, and verify your insurance.

2

Bring what you have

Your ID and insurance card, your medication list, and any imaging reports, biopsy or pathology results, blood work or treatment plan. Missing something? We can request records for you.

3

Meet your oncologist

Your oncologist reviews everything with you, orders anything still needed, and explains your options in plain English — then coordinates with surgery and radiation if they’re part of the plan.

Second opinions and insurance

Second opinions for a cancer diagnosis or treatment plan are typically covered by insurance, and we accept most major plans. Because every plan is different, our team verifies your benefits before your visit and tells you up front if a referral or prior authorization is needed.

Not sure what your plan covers? Call us at 718-866-3037 and we’ll check for you.

Where you’ll be seen

Oncology patients are seen in person at our Howard Beach and Jamaica centers in Queens. When you call, we’ll book you at whichever is easier for you — and our Jamaica center is home to our women’s cancer care program.

Howard Beach

161-50 92nd St
Howard Beach, NY 11414

Jamaica

140-40 Queens Blvd
Jamaica, NY 11435

Frequently Asked Questions About Second Opinions and Fast Appointments

How quickly can I see an oncologist?

Call us at 718-866-3037 on a weekday and we’ll get you an appointment within 24 hours; calls over the weekend are scheduled first thing Monday. If you request a call back online, our oncology team will reach out to schedule you as quickly as possible.

Is a second opinion covered by insurance?

Second opinions for a cancer diagnosis or treatment plan are typically covered by insurance, and most major plans are accepted at our practice. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so our team will verify your benefits before your visit and let you know if anything needs prior authorization.

Do I need a referral?

You can call us directly to book. Some insurance plans require a referral from your primary care doctor for a specialist visit; we’ll check your plan and let you know if one is needed, and we can help request it.

Will getting a second opinion delay my treatment?

Because we see new patients within 24 hours, a second opinion usually adds very little time. Your oncologist can also tell you whether anything in your plan is time-sensitive, so you can make an informed decision without unnecessary waiting.

Will my current doctors be offended if I get a second opinion?

Second opinions are a normal and widely encouraged part of cancer care. With your permission, we’re happy to share our findings with your current doctors and work alongside them.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Bring your photo ID and insurance card, a list of your medications, and any reports you have — imaging reports, biopsy or pathology results, recent blood work, and any treatment plan you’ve been given. If you don’t have everything, come anyway; we can request records for you.

Can I get chemotherapy at your centers?

Yes. Chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive-care infusions are given in our own infusion centers, so most patients receive treatment from the same team that plans it.

Don’t wait weeks for answers.

Call today and we’ll get you an appointment with an oncologist within 24 hours.

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