Shannon L. Puhalla
Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. Shannon L. Puhalla

Hematology Oncology
300 Halket Street, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
Expertise in
9
conditions
300 Halket Street, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Shannon L. Puhalla, MD, is assistant professor of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and a medical oncologist and hematologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center. She specializes in breast oncology, Phase I clinical trials, and novel therapeutics in breast cancer.

Dr. Puhalla is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Angiosarcoma.

Dr. Puhalla is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Puhalla is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Northeast Ohio Universities, College Of Medicine (NEOUCOM)

Residency

Ohio State University College of Medicine

Specialties

Hematology Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine
American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Ohio State University College of Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside
Upmc Altoona
Upmc Passavant

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health Alliance Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
300 Halket Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Other Locations
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
3 Saint Francis Way, Suite 103, Cranberry Township, PA 16066

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shannon L. Puhalla

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Is Dr. Shannon L. Puhalla a top-rated expert for Breast Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shannon L. Puhalla is classified as an Distinguished expert for Breast Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Shannon L. Puhalla specialize in?

While Dr. Shannon L. Puhalla is a Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology Oncology.

Does Dr. Shannon L. Puhalla accept my insurance?

Dr. Shannon L. Puhalla accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-530-4813 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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