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Who is Dr. Costa Filho, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Chico, CA?
Dr. Rubens Costa Filho, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Chico, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Costa Filho is fluent in English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Costa Filho’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Costa Filho’s office at (530) 332-3808.
Is Dr. Costa Filho board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rubens Costa Filho, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Costa Filho speak?
Dr. Costa Filho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Korean
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Costa Filho typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Costa Filho 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. Costa Filho. 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:
- 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Costa Filho typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rubens Costa Filho 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. Costa Filho's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Costa Filho accept my insurance?
Dr. Costa Filho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 332-3808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Costa Filho accept in Chico, CA?
Dr. Costa Filho in Chico, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AFLAC
All Other Third Party
American National Can
Cigna Group
Everence Financial
Fox Insurance Company
Globe Life
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Costa Filho's office located?
What is Dr. Costa Filho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Costa Filho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023342466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Costa Filho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Costa Filho
What is Dr. Rubens Costa Filho's specialty?
Dr. Costa Filho is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Chico, CA.
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 this Dr. Rubens Costa Filho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Costa Filho is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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
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 Rubens Costa Filho accepting new patients in Chico, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rubens Costa Filho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rubens Costa Filho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Costa Filho's office at (530) 332-3808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rubens Costa Filho?
Please contact Dr. Costa Filho's office at (530) 332-3808 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rubens Costa Filho have?
Dr. Rubens Costa Filho is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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