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Who is Dr. Wierda, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. William Wierda, MD, PHD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Wierda graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wierda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wierda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wierda’s office.
Where did Dr. Wierda go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Hematology/Oncology; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Wierda board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Wierda, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wierda speak?
Dr. Wierda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Wierda typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Wierda 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. Wierda. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Wierda typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Wierda 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. Wierda's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wierda accept my insurance?
Dr. Wierda 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. Wierda accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Wierda in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Summa Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wierda's office located?
What is Dr. Wierda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wierda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497848279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wierda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wierda
What is Dr. William Wierda's specialty?
Dr. Wierda is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Houston, TX.
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. William Wierda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wierda is affiliated with The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Wierda accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. William Wierda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Wierda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wierda's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Wierda?
Please contact Dr. Wierda's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Wierda have?
Dr. William Wierda is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Suite 72
2130 W Holcombe Blvd # M
Houston, TX 77030