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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. Dr. Lo is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lo’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as a 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Lo typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
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:
- 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Lo typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Lo performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
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 Blue Shield of Minnesota
Central Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. Ernest Lo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lo is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical 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
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 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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