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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Weir, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Alva Weir, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Weir is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weir’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weir’s office at (901) 545-6969.
What languages does Dr. Weir speak?
Dr. Weir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Weir treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Weir 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. Weir. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
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
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Weir perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alva Weir 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. Weir's office.
Does Dr. Weir accept my insurance?
Dr. Weir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 545-6969 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Weir accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Weir in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Weir's office located?
What is Dr. Weir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851413140.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weir
What is Dr. Alva Weir's specialty?
Dr. Weir is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Memphis, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Weir to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alva Weir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Weir is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General Hospital 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 Alva Weir accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Alva Weir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alva Weir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Weir's office at (901) 545-6969 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alva Weir?
Please contact Dr. Weir's office at (901) 545-6969 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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