Summary

Dr. Thomas Ortel is a hematologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating blood disorders and related conditions. His medical expertise focuses on complex blood-related health issues that require specialized care and treatment approaches. Dr. Ortel practices at Duke University Hospital, where he provides comprehensive hematological services to patients throughout the Durham, North Carolina area.

Dr. Ortel is affiliated with Duke University Hospital and sees patients at the Duke Hematology Clinic in Durham, NC. He treats patients with immune thrombocytopenia purpura, a condition where the immune system mistakenly destroys blood platelets. His practice also includes caring for individuals with thrombocytopenia, which involves low platelet counts that can affect blood clotting. Patients rate Dr. Ortel 4.6 out of 5 stars on average, reflecting their confidence in his hematological expertise and patient care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Duke Hematology Clinic - Clinic 1E

40 Duke Medicine Cir Clinic 1eDurham, NC 27710

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Speaks English
Durham , NCDurham , NCRaleigh , NCDurham , NC
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas L. Ortel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas L. Ortel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas L. Ortel has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
  • Blood Coagulation Disorders
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hemolytic Anemia
  • Hemophilia
  • Hemophilia B
  • Hemorrhagic Disorders (Bleeding Disorders)
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • von Willebrand Disease

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