Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Medical Oncologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Lon Smith, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Smith graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at U Tx-M D Anderson Cancer C, Medical Oncology. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (210) 593-5700.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Tx-M D Anderson Cancer C, Medical Oncology | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Smith board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Lon Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Smith typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Smith typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lon Smith 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
Please contact Dr. Smith's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 593-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Smith in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649204090.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Lon Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Medical Oncologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Lon Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Oncologist. 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 Lon Smith accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lon Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lon Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (210) 593-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lon Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (210) 593-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lon Smith have?
Dr. Lon Smith is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Medical Oncologist Near San Antonio, TX
Medical Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Allison Garner, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location.
San Antonio, TX
MS
Medical Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Marisa Sandera, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
San Antonio, TX
LR
Medical Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Luis Rodriguez, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years.
San Antonio, TX