Summary

Dr. William Lipera is an oncology and hematology physician who earned their medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. With 44 years of experience in cancer and blood disorder care, they bring extensive knowledge to treating patients with complex hematologic and oncologic conditions. Dr. Lipera is fluent in Spanish, Chinese, and Italian, allowing them to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

They practice with Saint Johns Episcopal Hospital South Shore and sees patients at multiple New York Cancer & Blood Specialists locations in Port Jefferson Station, NY, as well as Saint Catherine of Siena Medical Center in Smithtown, NY. Dr. Lipera specializes in treating blood-related conditions such as anemia, iron deficiency anemia, and chronic kidney disease. They frequently performs diagnostic blood work including complete blood counts and white blood cell differential tests to help diagnose and monitor various blood disorders. Patients have given Dr. Lipera an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 3.9
  • 44 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese, Italian
  • Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. William J Lipera has 4 locations

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists

49 Nesconset HwyPort Jefferson Station, NY 11776
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists

1500 Route 112 Bldg 4Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776

NY Cancer

49 Nesconset Hwy # 347Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776

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3.9 
44 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese, Italian Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin Speaks English
Port Jefferson Station , NYCommack , NYCommack , NYCommack , NY
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Peking University Health Science Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William J Lipera

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Health First Health Plans - Medicaid
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Northwell Direct
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. William J Lipera has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William J Lipera has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Cancerous Tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Clinical Research
  • Colon Cancer
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hematology
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lymphoma
  • Metastasis
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Lipera's NPI number is 1932103330.

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Which hospitals is Dr. William Lipera affiliated with?
Dr. William Lipera is affiliated with Saint Johns Episcopal Hospital South Shore.
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