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Dr. Benton Wheeler, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Tupelo, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wheeler, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Tupelo, MS?

    Dr. Benton Wheeler, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Tupelo, MS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wheeler graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program. Dr. Wheeler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wheeler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wheeler’s office at (662) 236-7738.

    Where did Dr. Wheeler go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program

    • Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    What languages does Dr. Wheeler speak?

    Dr. Wheeler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Wheeler typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Wheeler 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. Wheeler. 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
    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    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:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Monoclonal Gammopathy
    • Blood Disorder
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • MGUS
    • Plasma Cell Disorder
    • Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D472: Monoclonal gammopathy

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Wheeler typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benton Wheeler may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wheeler's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wheeler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wheeler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (662) 236-7738 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wheeler accept in Tupelo, MS?

    Dr. Wheeler in Tupelo, MS 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)

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wheeler's office located?

    Dr. Benton Wheeler's Primary Practice

    961 S Gloster St

    Tupelo, MS 38801

    (662) 236-7738

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    Dr. Benton Wheeler's Practice 2

    255 Baptist Blvd

    Columbus, MS 39705

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    Dr. Benton Wheeler's Practice 3

    1100 Belk Blvd

    Oxford, MS 38655

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    What is Dr. Wheeler's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wheeler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760415608.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wheeler?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wheeler

    What is Dr. Benton Wheeler's specialty?

    Dr. Wheeler is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Tupelo, MS.

    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 Dr. Benton Wheeler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wheeler is affiliated with North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General 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

    When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Benton Wheeler accepting new patients in Tupelo, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Benton Wheeler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benton Wheeler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wheeler's office at (662) 236-7738 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benton Wheeler?

    Please contact Dr. Wheeler's office at (662) 236-7738 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wheeler's office located?

    Dr. Wheeler's offices are located in Tupelo, MS, Columbus, MS, and Oxford, MS.