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Dr. Evelena Ontiveros, MD, PHD

Dr. Evelena Ontiveros, MD, PHD

Decatur, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ontiveros, Medical Oncologist in Decatur, IL?

    Dr. Evelena Ontiveros, MD, PHD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Decatur, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ontiveros completed her residency at University of Alabama Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Society of Hematology. Dr. Ontiveros is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ontiveros’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ontiveros’s office at (217) 876-6600.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ontiveros?

    Dr. Evelena Ontiveros, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ontiveros empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hematologic Malignancies, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Decatur/IL community, Dr. Ontiveros is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Postdoctoral Fellowship, Microbiology - University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA | Hematology-Oncology - University of California-Los Angeles, CA

    • Residency: University of Alabama Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com

    Is Dr. Ontiveros board certified in Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Evelena Ontiveros, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2010

    What languages does Dr. Ontiveros speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ontiveros treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Ontiveros 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. Ontiveros. 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia with Malabsorption
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • B Vitamins
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • B12 malabsorption anemia
    • Impaired B12 absorption anemia
    • Proteinuria B12 deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D511: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to selective vitamin B12 malabsorption with proteinuria

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Malignant Lung Tumor
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Right lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3481: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right bronchus and lung
    • C3482: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left bronchus and lung
    • C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
    • Lymphoma
    • DLBCL
    • Large B-cell Lymphoma
    • Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8332: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, intrathoracic lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Nausea
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma in Remission
    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission', 'Kahler's Disease in Remission
    • Myeloma in Remission

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal Cancer
    • Kidney Tumor
    • Renal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Which procedures does Dr. Ontiveros perform as a Medical Oncologist?

    As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Evelena Ontiveros may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ontiveros' office.

    Does Dr. Ontiveros accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ontiveros accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 876-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ontiveros accept in Decatur, IL?

    Dr. Ontiveros in Decatur, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Ontiveros' office located?

    Dr. Evelena Ontiveros' Primary Practice

    210 W McKinley Ave Ste 1

    Decatur, IL 62526

    (217) 876-6600

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    Dr. Evelena Ontiveros' Practice 2

    1990 E Lake Shore Dr

    Decatur, IL 62521

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Hematology

    Member

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

    Dr. Ontiveros's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689886962.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ontiveros?

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

    What is Dr. Evelena Ontiveros's specialty?

    Dr. Ontiveros is a Medical Oncologist near Decatur, IL. 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. Ontiveros to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Evelena Ontiveros affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ontiveros is affiliated with Decatur Memorial Hospital 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?

    Explore Medical Oncologist with 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 Evelena Ontiveros accepting new patients in Decatur, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Evelena Ontiveros is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Evelena Ontiveros offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ontiveros's office at (217) 876-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Evelena Ontiveros?

    Please contact Dr. Ontiveros's office at (217) 876-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Evelena Ontiveros have?

    Dr. Evelena Ontiveros is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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