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Who is Dr. Takang, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Houma, LA?
Dr. Comfort Takang, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Houma, LA. Dr. Takang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Takang’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Takang’s office at (985) 857-8093.
What languages does Dr. Takang speak?
Dr. Takang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Takang typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Takang 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. Takang. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Takang typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Takang performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Takang. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Takang accept my insurance?
Dr. Takang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 857-8093 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Takang accept in Houma, LA?
Dr. Takang in Houma, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Takang's office located?
Dr. Comfort Takang's Primary Practice
8166 Main St Ste 201
Houma, LA 70360
(985) 857-8093
What is Dr. Takang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Takang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467957464.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Takang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Takang
What is Dr. Comfort Takang's specialty?
Dr. Takang is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Houma, LA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Comfort Takang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Takang is affiliated with Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Comfort Takang accepting new patients in Houma, LA?
Yes, Dr. Comfort Takang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Comfort Takang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Takang's office at (985) 857-8093 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Comfort Takang?
Please contact Dr. Takang's office at (985) 857-8093 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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