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Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD

Accepting New Patients

(Dr. Hitendra Upadhyaya, M. D.)

(14 Ratings)

Specializes in: Medical Oncology, Adult Oncology and Adult Hematology

B.J. Medical College

Professional interests include: skin cancer, thrombophilia (clotting disorders), breast cancer, and more.

282 St Pauls Avenue Ground Floor
Jersey City, NJ

(201) 918-6732

Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD is a medical oncologist in Jersey City, NJ specializing in medical oncology, adult oncology and adult hematology. He graduated from B.J. Medical College. Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD is affiliated with RWJBarnabas Health, Jersey City Medical Center, Englewood Health, MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF ENGLEWOOD PC and PHYSICIAN PARTNERS OF ENGLEWOOD PC.

Office Locations

Address:

2 Journal Square Plaza 2nd Floor, Hematology/Oncology
Jersey City, NJ 07306

Address:

282 St Pauls Avenue Ground Floor
Jersey City, NJ

Address:

95 Old Short Hills Road
West Orange, NJ 07052

Some issues Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Thrombocytopenia (Low Platelet Count)

Thrombocytopenia is a disorder where people have too few platelets. With too few platelets in the bloodstream, the blood is unable to properly clot. People with thrombocytopenia may experience prolonged external and internal bleeding. Large purple bruises (ecchymoses) and small red skin spots (petechiae) in the skin and mouth are common in those with thrombocytopenia. Other symptoms of the disorder include bleeding gums, blood in bodily fluids, and fatigue. Thrombocytopenia most often arises from a different condition or treatment, such as alcoholism, autoimmune disease, cancer treatments, viruses (such as Hepatitis C and HIV), bone marrow diseases (such as leukemia and aplastic anemia), enlarged spleen, and exposure to toxic chemicals. In rare cases, thrombocytopenia is inherited.

If a doctor suspects a patient has a thrombocytopenia, a complete blood count (CBC) or platelet count test helps determine the concentration of platelets in a person's blood at a given time. Thrombocytopenia can be diagnosed by hematologists using advanced tests on platelet samples. Flow cytometry tests detect abnormalities by evaluating the characteristics of a platelet sample using targeted lasers and lights.

Treatments for low platelet counts include steroids like Prednisone, that can assist with platelet production. If a patient's low platelet count is caused by spleen problems, spleen removal (splenectomy) may be recommended. To treat the prolonged bleeding caused by thrombocytopenia, doctors frequently prescribe Dempressin, a hormone that promotes blood clotting. Antifibrinolytic medications such as tranexamic acid may also aid in the promotion of clotting and the prevention of bleeding. For patients with severe platelet disorders (either low platelet count and dysfunctional platelets), blood transfusions may be prescribed. Platelet blood transfusions deliver donated platelets to patients intravenously, replenishing the volume of functioning platelets.

Patients can also modify their lifestyle to better manage their disorder and minimize complications. Patients with low blood counts should avoid blood-thinning medications, alcohol, and activities that could lead to injury. Many people with thrombocytopenia can live healthy and fulfilling lives with proper treatment and precautions.

doctor visit	107
hospital care	388
inpatient care	388
minimally invasive procedures	57

**Gender**
Male	42
Female	57

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	16
Black	44
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	35
85 and over	11
Less than 65	18

doctor visit	290
hospital care	210
inpatient care	210
minimally invasive procedures	28

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	70

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	25
Black	51
Hispanic	25
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	49
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

doctor visit	289
hospital care	92
inpatient care	92

**Gender**
Male	66
Female	112

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	74
Hispanic	44
Asian	28
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	76
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

doctor visit	520
hospital care	71
inpatient care	71
minimally invasive procedures	131

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	39
Hispanic	24
Asian	16
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	27
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

doctor visit	309
hospital care	46
inpatient care	46
minimally invasive procedures	144

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	35

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	12
Black	27
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	0
Less than 65	21

doctor visit	202
minimally invasive procedures	58

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	28

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	16
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	14
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

doctor visit	549
minimally invasive procedures	56

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	21
Hispanic	34
Asian	19
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	15
Less than 65	15

blood draw	145
doctor visit	393

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	48

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	21
Hispanic	28
Asian	19
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	28
From 75 to 84	23
85 and over	12
Less than 65	21

blood draw	198
doctor visit	410
minimally invasive procedures	78

**Gender**
Male	33
Female	45

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	15
Black	15
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	27
From 75 to 84	25
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

blood draw	69
doctor visit	334
lab tests	64
minimally invasive procedures	55

**Gender**
Male	28
Female	43

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	16
Black	0
Hispanic	25
Asian	13
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	26
From 75 to 84	22
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD treated as a medical oncologist in Jersey City, NJ were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and minimally invasive procedures.

blood draw	137
doctor visit	342
hospital care	161
inpatient care	161
lab tests	64
minimally invasive procedures	75

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD.

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	54

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	30
Asian / Pacific Islander	9
Non-Hispanic White	8
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	26
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	28
85 and over	3
Less than 65	7
65 to 74	33

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD From 2013 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	60
Atrial Fibrillation	1
Cancer	38
Dementia	11

Education & Training

Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD graduated from B.J. Medical College. He completed residency at Weiss Memorial Hospital. He is certified by the Medical Oncology (American Board of Internal Medicine) and has a state license in New Jersey.

Medical School: B.J. Medical College

Residency: Weiss Memorial Hospital

Board Certification: Medical Oncology (American Board of Internal Medicine)

Licensed In: New Jersey

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

RWJBarnabas Health

Jersey City Medical Center

Englewood Health

MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF ENGLEWOOD PC

PHYSICIAN PARTNERS OF ENGLEWOOD PC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, MagnaCare, EmblemHealth, WellCare, Fidelis Care, AmeriHealth, United Healthcare, Aetna, TRICARE, Oxford Health Plans, MHBP, Medicare, Medicaid, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Railroad Medicare, Cigna, QualCare, GEHA, MVP Health Care, AARP, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), UnitedHealthcare, WellPoint, Horizon Managed Care, NALC, Clover Health, Nippon Life Insurance Co of America and APWU.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

MagnaCare

EmblemHealth

WellCare

Fidelis Care

AmeriHealth

United Healthcare

Aetna

TRICARE

Oxford Health Plans

MHBP

Medicare

Medicaid

Empire BlueCross BlueShield

Humana

Railroad Medicare

Cigna

QualCare

GEHA

MVP Health Care

AARP

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

UnitedHealthcare

WellPoint

Horizon Managed Care

NALC

Clover Health

Nippon Life Insurance Co of America

APWU

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Insurance Accepted by Affiliated Medical Group or Hospital:

Empire Blue Cross / Wellchoice: HMO, POS, PPO

Preferred Health Strategies PPO

Correctional Medical Services: HMO

Coventry / First Health: PPO

Multiplan / Private Healthcare Systems PPO

Three Rivers Provider Network PPO

NJ State Health Benefits: HMO, POS, PPO

United Healthcare: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare

Wellpoint (formerly AmeriGroup): NJ Family Care Medicaid, Medicare HMO

Amerihealth: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare, and Local Value Network

Medicaid

Horizon NJ Health: Medicaid and Medicare

Cigna: HMO, POS, PPO

United Healthcare Community Plan: Medicaid and Medicare

Medicare

Beech Street - Medichoice: PPO

USA Managed Care Organization, Inc.: PPO

Qualcare: HMO and PPO

Aetna Better Health

NJ Manufacturers PPO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey: HMO, POS, PPO, Omnia, Indemnity, Medicare

Consumer Health Network: PPO

Devon Health Services: PPO

Magnacare PPO

Fidelis Care (formerly Wellcare of NJ): NJ Family Care Medicaid, Medicare HMO

Aetna: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare

Oxford: HMO, POS, PPO, Medicare

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Jersey City, NJ.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-09-24

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$2,925 SOLIRIS $2,925
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$756 Erleada $381	IMBRUVICA $172	DARZALEX $108	ZYTIGA $79	TECVAYLI $16
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$651 OPDIVO $396	YERVOY $90	EMPLICITI $52	SPRYCEL $21	Ixempra $17	Other $75
Genentech USA, Inc.	$586 TARCEVA $246	Avastin $225	Zelboraf $99	Venclexta $16
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$561 Gilotrif $446	STIOLTO RESPIMAT $102	COSELA $13
Other	$4,200 JAKAFI $361	KEYTRUDA $281	LYNPARZA $223	ZORVOLEX $194	IBRANCE $138	Other $3,002

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$6,411
Consulting Fee	$2,000
Education	$828
Travel and Lodging	$440

Research Payments

Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya, MD has received 4 research payments totaling $84,480.

Biography

Dr. Hitendrakumar Upadhyaya is a medical specialist in adult hematology and adult oncology. Patients rated him highly, giving him an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). His areas of expertise include bladder cancer, colon cancer, and bloodless medicine/transfusion-free surgery. UnitedHealthcare, Blue California, and Empire BlueCross BlueShield seem to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Upadhyaya accepts. Before performing his residency at Weiss Memorial Hospital, Dr. Upadhyaya attended The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Faculty of Medicine for medical school. Dr. Upadhyaya (or staff) speaks the following foreign languages: Gujarati and Hindi. He is professionally affiliated with Englewood Health. According to Doctor.com, he is currently accepting new patients at his office in Jersey City, NJ.

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Education & Training

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Insurance Information

Ratings & Reviews

General Payments

Research Payments

Biography

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