Summary

Dr. Richard Scher is an oncology specialist with expertise in internal medicine, bringing over four decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at UMDNJ. With 43 years of dedicated service in healthcare, Dr. Scher has developed extensive knowledge in cancer care and comprehensive internal medicine. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Scher practices at Regional Cancer Care Associates in Little Silver, New Jersey, where he focuses on treating various blood-related conditions including iron deficiency anemia and thrombocytopenia. His clinical expertise includes performing blood tests and providing specialized infusion therapy for patients requiring intravenous treatments. These services are essential components of cancer care and hematologic disorder management. Patients have given Dr. Scher an average rating of 4.5, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and skilled approach to oncology care.
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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
  • 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 , NJMiddletown , NJPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Jagiellonian University Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School
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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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What languages does Richard Scher speak?
Richard Scher speaks English and Spanish.
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Richard Scher's office is located at 180 White Rd, Little Silver, NJ, 07739.
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