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Who is Dr. Araujo, Medical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Dejka Araujo, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Araujo graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed her residency at University Of Al Hospital. Dr. Araujo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Araujo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Araujo’s office at (713) 792-6161.
Where did Dr. Araujo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Al Hospital | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Is Dr. Araujo board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Dejka Araujo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Araujo speak?
Dr. Araujo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Araujo typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Araujo 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. Araujo. 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:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Araujo typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dejka Araujo 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. Araujo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Araujo accept my insurance?
Dr. Araujo 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. Araujo accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Araujo 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Araujo's office located?
What is Dr. Araujo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Araujo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932294345.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Araujo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Araujo
What is Dr. Dejka Araujo's specialty?
Dr. Araujo 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. Dejka Araujo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Araujo is affiliated with Oakbend Medical 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 Dejka Araujo accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Dejka Araujo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dejka Araujo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Araujo's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dejka Araujo?
Please contact Dr. Araujo's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dejka Araujo have?
Dr. Dejka Araujo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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