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Dr. Joellen Speca, MD

Dr. Joellen Speca, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Raleigh, NC

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Speca, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Joellen Speca, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Speca graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington. Dr. Speca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Speca’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Speca’s office at (919) 784-6818.

    Where did Dr. Speca go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington

    Is Dr. Speca board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joellen Speca, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Speca speak?

    Dr. Speca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Speca typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Speca diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Speca. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Speca typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joellen Speca may include:

    Please contact Dr. Speca's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Speca accept my insurance?

    Dr. Speca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 784-6818 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Speca accept in Raleigh, NC?

    Dr. Speca in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • WakeMed

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    Where is Dr. Speca's office located?

    Dr. Joellen Speca's Primary Practice

    4420 Lake Boone Trl

    Raleigh, NC 27607

    (919) 784-6818

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    Dr. Joellen Speca's Practice 2

    11200 Governor Manly Way Ste 102

    Raleigh, NC 27614

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    Dr. Joellen Speca's Practice 3

    2901 Blue Ridge Rd

    Raleigh, NC 27607

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    What is Dr. Speca's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Speca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013180108.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Speca?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Speca

    What is Dr. Joellen Speca's specialty?

    Dr. Speca is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Raleigh, NC.

    What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?

    An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.

    Is Dr. Joellen Speca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Speca is affiliated with Unc Health Rex, Wakemed Raleigh Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Joellen Speca accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Joellen Speca is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joellen Speca offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Speca's office at (919) 784-6818 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joellen Speca?

    Please contact Dr. Speca's office at (919) 784-6818 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Speca's office located?

    Dr. Speca's office is located in Raleigh, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joellen Speca have?

    Dr. Joellen Speca is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.