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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drinkard, Medical Oncologist in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Lee Drinkard, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Edinburg, TX with 1 additional practice location. 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 Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drinkard’s office.
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 Medical Oncologist?
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; Flemish
English
French
German
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Drinkard typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Drinkard typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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. 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. Drinkard accept my insurance?
Dr. Drinkard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Drinkard's office located?
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 Medical Oncologist near Edinburg, 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. Lee Drinkard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drinkard is affiliated with Ssm Health Depaul Hospital - St. Louis, Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's East Hospital, Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles 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
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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 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 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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