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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Messenger, Medical Oncologist in Franklin, TN?
Dr. Mark Messenger, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Franklin, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Messenger completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; St Thomas Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Messenger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Messenger’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Messenger’s office at (931) 381-3872.
Where did Dr. Messenger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; St Thomas Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky
Is Dr. Messenger board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Messenger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Messenger speak?
Dr. Messenger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Messenger treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Messenger 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. Messenger. 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.
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphosarcoma
- NHL
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Messenger perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mark Messenger may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Messenger's office.
Does Dr. Messenger accept my insurance?
Dr. Messenger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (931) 381-3872 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Messenger accept in Franklin, TN?
Dr. Messenger in Franklin, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Messenger's office located?
Dr. Mark Messenger's Primary Practice
4488 Carothers Pkwy Ste 300
Franklin, TN 37067
(931) 381-3872
Dr. Mark Messenger's Practice 2
1222 Trotwood Ave Ste 603
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 381-3872
What is Dr. Messenger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Messenger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568455517.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messenger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Messenger
What is Dr. Mark Messenger's specialty?
Dr. Messenger is a Medical Oncologist near Franklin, TN. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Messenger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mark Messenger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Messenger is affiliated with Maury Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?
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Is Mark Messenger accepting new patients in Franklin, TN?
Yes, Dr. Mark Messenger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Messenger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Messenger's office at (931) 381-3872 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Messenger?
Please contact Dr. Messenger's office at (931) 381-3872 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Messenger have?
Dr. Mark Messenger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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