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Dr. Lakene Raissa Djoufack Djoumessi, MD
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi, Medical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Lakene Raissa Djoufack Djoumessi, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi’s office at (713) 792-6161.
What languages does Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi speak?
Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi 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. Djoufack Djoumessi. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lakene Raissa Djoufack Djoumessi 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. Djoufack Djoumessi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi accept my insurance?
Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi 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. Djoufack Djoumessi accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi's office located?
Dr. Lakene Raissa Djoufack Djoumessi's Primary Practice
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 792-6161
What is Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841753399.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi
What is Dr. Lakene Raissa Djoufack Djoumessi's specialty?
Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi is a Medical Oncologist near Houston, 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. Lakene Raissa Djoufack Djoumessi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center 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
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Is Lakene Raissa Djoufack Djoumessi accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lakene Raissa Djoufack Djoumessi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakene Raissa Djoufack Djoumessi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lakene Raissa Djoufack Djoumessi?
Please contact Dr. Djoufack Djoumessi's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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