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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valero, Medical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Vincente Valero, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Valero is fluent in English, Hungarian/Magyar, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valero’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valero’s office at (713) 792-6161.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Valero?
Dr. Vincente Valero, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Valero empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston/TX community, Dr. Valero is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Valero speak?
Dr. Valero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hungarian/Magyar
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Valero treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Valero 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. Valero. 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:
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- 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:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Axillary Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Armpit
ICD-10 Codes:
- C773: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of axilla and upper limb lymph nodes
Which procedures does Dr. Valero perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vincente Valero 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Valero's office.
Does Dr. Valero accept my insurance?
Dr. Valero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valero accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Valero in Houston, 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
CMS
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Valero's office located?
Dr. Vincente Valero's Primary Practice
2130 W Holcombe Blvd # M
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 792-6161
Dr. Vincente Valero's Practice 3
1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 1354
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 792-2817
What is Dr. Valero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447355003.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valero
What is Dr. Vincente Valero's specialty?
Dr. Valero is a Medical Oncologist near Houston, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Valero to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vincente Valero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valero 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
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Is Vincente Valero accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Vincente Valero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vincente Valero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valero's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vincente Valero?
Please contact Dr. Valero's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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