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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lo, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Dr. Ernest Lo, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Pleasant Hill, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lo is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lo’s office at (925) 687-2570.
Is Dr. Lo board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ernest Lo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lo speak?
Dr. Lo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Lo treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Lo 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. Lo. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia from Chemotherapy
- Iron
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Chemo-induced anemia
- Low red blood cell count from cancer treatment
- Anemia due to cancer drugs
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D6481: Anemia due to 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:
- 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:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
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:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Ulcerative Colitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Distal Colitis
- UC of the Left Colon
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K51519: Left sided colitis with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Small Bowel Crohn's with Issues', 'Ileitis with Complications', 'Complicated Small Intestine Crohn's
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50018: Crohn's disease of small intestine with other complication
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Myelofibrosis
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Bone Marrow Scarring
- Primary Myelofibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D7581: Myelofibrosis
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count from Chemotherapy
- Blood Disorder
- Chemotherapy-induced agranulocytosis
- Neutropenia from cancer treatment
- Severe white blood cell deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D701: Agranulocytosis secondary to cancer chemotherapy
Which procedures does Dr. Lo perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ernest Lo 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. Lo's office.
Does Dr. Lo accept my insurance?
Dr. Lo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 687-2570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lo accept in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Dr. Lo in Pleasant Hill, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Blue Shield of California
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lo's office located?
What is Dr. Lo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538482328.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lo
What is Dr. Ernest Lo's specialty?
Dr. Lo is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Pleasant Hill, CA. 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. Lo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ernest Lo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lo is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Ernest Lo accepting new patients in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ernest Lo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernest Lo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lo's office at (925) 687-2570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernest Lo?
Please contact Dr. Lo's office at (925) 687-2570 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ernest Lo have?
Dr. Ernest Lo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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