Summary

Dr. Richard Scher is an oncologist who specializes in treating various forms of cancer. He completed his internship at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medical in 1984 and holds certifications in Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine, which he earned in 1987, followed by Medical Oncology certification from the same board in 1989. Dr. Scher speaks both English and Tagalog.

Dr. Scher practices at Regional Cancer Care Associates in Little Silver, New Jersey. He treats patients with conditions such as iron deficiency anemia and lung cancer. His expertise includes managing myelodysplastic syndromes and administering chemotherapy treatments. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 43 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Umdnj
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Regional Cancer Care Associates, LLC

180 White RdLittle Silver, NJ 07739

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Little Silver , NJPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PABrooklyn , NY
Med School: Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard M Scher

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • GEHA
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Richard M Scher has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Richard M Scher has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Adult T-Cell Leukemia-Lymphoma
  • Cancer
  • Cancerous Tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hematology Oncology
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Metastasis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Richard M Scher holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Umdnj.

Medical School

Graduated from Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Richard M Scher's NPI number is 1043205313.

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