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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drapkin, Medical Oncologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Benjamin Drapkin, MD, PHD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Drapkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drapkin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drapkin’s office at (214) 645-4673.
What languages does Dr. Drapkin speak?
Dr. Drapkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Drapkin typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Drapkin 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. Drapkin. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Drapkin typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Drapkin 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. Drapkin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Drapkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Drapkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drapkin accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Drapkin in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Drapkin's office located?
What is Dr. Drapkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drapkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326368895.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drapkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drapkin
What is Dr. Benjamin Drapkin's specialty?
Dr. Drapkin is a Medical Oncologist near Dallas, TX.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Drapkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drapkin is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Frisco 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Drapkin accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Drapkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Drapkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drapkin's office at (214) 645-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Drapkin?
Please contact Dr. Drapkin's office at (214) 645-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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