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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elhag, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Dean Elhag, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elhag is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elhag’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elhag’s office at (515) 282-2921.
What languages does Dr. Elhag speak?
Dr. Elhag and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elhag treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Elhag 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. Elhag. 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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Elhag perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dean Elhag 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. Elhag's office.
Does Dr. Elhag accept my insurance?
Dr. Elhag accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 282-2921 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elhag accept in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Elhag in West Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Elhag's office located?
Dr. Dean Elhag's Primary Practice
5950 University Ave Ste 285
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 282-2921
What is Dr. Elhag's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elhag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174029052.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elhag?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elhag
What is Dr. Dean Elhag's specialty?
Dr. Elhag is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near West Des Moines, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Elhag to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dean Elhag affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elhag is affiliated with MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center, UnityPoint Health-Methodist West Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Dean Elhag accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Dean Elhag is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dean Elhag offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elhag's office at (515) 282-2921 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dean Elhag?
Please contact Dr. Elhag's office at (515) 282-2921 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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