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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lopes, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Caitlin Lopes, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lopes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopes’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopes’s office at (504) 842-3000.
What languages does Dr. Lopes speak?
Dr. Lopes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lopes treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Lopes 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. Lopes. 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:
- 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:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- 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
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Gallbladder Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Gallbladder Carcinoma
- Malignant Gallbladder Tumor
- Biliary Tract Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C23: Malignant neoplasm of gallbladder
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Urologic Cancer
- Genitourinary Cancer
- Urinary System Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C689: Malignant neoplasm of urinary organ, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Lopes perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Caitlin Lopes 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. Lopes' office.
Does Dr. Lopes accept my insurance?
Dr. Lopes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lopes accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Lopes in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lopes' office located?
Dr. Caitlin Lopes' Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-3000
What is Dr. Lopes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lopes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295267136.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lopes
What is Dr. Caitlin Lopes's specialty?
Dr. Lopes is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New Orleans, LA. 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. Lopes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Caitlin Lopes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lopes is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Slidell Memorial Hospital, St. Bernard Parish Hospital, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, St. Tammany Parish 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
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Is Caitlin Lopes accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Caitlin Lopes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caitlin Lopes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lopes's office at (504) 842-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caitlin Lopes?
Please contact Dr. Lopes's office at (504) 842-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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