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Dr. Santiago Aparo, MD

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aparo, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Santiago Aparo, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Aparo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aparo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aparo’s office.

    Is Dr. Aparo board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Santiago Aparo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Aparo speak?

    Dr. Aparo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Aparo typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Aparo 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. Aparo. 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:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Aparo typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Aparo 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. Aparo. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Declotting of Vascular Access Device
    • Catheter declotting
    • Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
    • Blocked port-a-cath treatment
    • Vascular access device unblocking

    CPT Codes:

    • 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Aparo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aparo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aparo accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Aparo in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Aparo's office located?

    Miami Cancer Institute

    8900 N Kendall Dr

    Miami, FL 33176

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    Dr. Santiago Aparo's Practice 2

    975 Baptist Way

    Homestead, FL 33033

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    Dr. Santiago Aparo's Practice 3

    6200 Sunset Dr Ste 601

    South Miami, FL 33143

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    What is Dr. Aparo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Aparo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407172497.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aparo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aparo

    What is Dr. Santiago Aparo's specialty?

    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 Dr. Santiago Aparo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aparo is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Homestead Hospital, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl), Hca Florida Kendall Hospital 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 Dr. Santiago Aparo accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Santiago Aparo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Santiago Aparo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aparo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Santiago Aparo?

    Please contact Dr. Aparo's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Aparo's office located?

    Dr. Aparo's offices are located in Miami, FL, Homestead, FL, and South Miami, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Santiago Aparo have?

    Dr. Santiago Aparo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.