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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arafat, Medical Oncologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Waddah Arafat, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. Dr. Arafat is fluent in English, Arabic, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arafat’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arafat’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Arafat?
Dr. Waddah Arafat, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Arafat empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bladder Cancer, Kidney Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Dallas, TX community, Dr. Arafat is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Arafat speak?
Dr. Arafat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Arafat typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Arafat 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. Arafat. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Arafat typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Arafat 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. Arafat. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
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:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Does Dr. Arafat accept my insurance?
Dr. Arafat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arafat accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Arafat in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Arafat's office located?
What is Dr. Arafat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arafat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710299482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arafat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arafat
What is Dr. Waddah Arafat's specialty?
Dr. Arafat 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. Waddah Arafat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arafat is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Waddah Arafat accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Waddah Arafat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Waddah Arafat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arafat's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Waddah Arafat?
Please contact Dr. Arafat's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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5151 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 75235