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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drinkard, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Lee Drinkard, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Edinburg, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Drinkard is fluent in English, Dutch, Flemish, French, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drinkard’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drinkard’s office at (956) 362-2250.
Where did Dr. Drinkard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: School Of Med West Virginia University
Is Dr. Drinkard board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lee Drinkard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Drinkard speak?
Dr. Drinkard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Dutch
English
Flemish
French
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Drinkard treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Drinkard 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. Drinkard. 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
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
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:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
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:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
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
What procedures does Dr. Drinkard perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Drinkard 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. Drinkard. 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:
- 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. Drinkard accept my insurance?
Dr. Drinkard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 362-2250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drinkard accept in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Drinkard in Edinburg, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Drinkard's office located?
Dr. Lee Drinkard's Primary Practice
2717 Michaelangelo Dr Ste 200
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 362-2250
What is Dr. Drinkard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drinkard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487757084.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drinkard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drinkard
What is Dr. Lee Drinkard's specialty?
Dr. Drinkard is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Edinburg, TX. 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. Drinkard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lee Drinkard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drinkard is affiliated with Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis, SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis, Saint Luke's East Hospital, Saint Luke's South 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 Lee Drinkard accepting new patients in Edinburg, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lee Drinkard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lee Drinkard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drinkard's office at (956) 362-2250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lee Drinkard?
Please contact Dr. Drinkard's office at (956) 362-2250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Drinkard have?
Dr. Lee Drinkard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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