Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pisters, Medical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pisters?
Dr. Katherine Pisters, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pisters empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lung Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston, TX community, Dr. Pisters is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pisters go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Schulich School of Medicine And Dentistry | The University of Western Ontario - Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Is Dr. Pisters board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Pisters, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pisters speak?
Dr. Pisters and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Pisters typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Pisters 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. Pisters. 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Food Insecurity
- Lack of Consistent Food
- Unreliable Food Access
- Hunger Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5941: Food insecurity
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Pisters typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Pisters 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. Pisters' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pisters accept my insurance?
Dr. Pisters 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. Pisters accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Pisters in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Pisters' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Pisters affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Pisters has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Pisters's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pisters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427149061.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pisters?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pisters