Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cairo, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Michelina Cairo, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cairo graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Cairo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cairo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cairo’s office at (713) 467-1722.
Where did Dr. Cairo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine, Hematology-Oncology
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Cairo board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michelina Cairo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cairo speak?
Dr. Cairo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cairo treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Cairo 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. Cairo. 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS)
- Lower-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Right Female Nipple and Areola Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
- Left female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner left female breast
- Left female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer left female breast
- DCIS
- Early Ductal Breast Cancer
- Precancerous Ductal Lesion
- Right female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner right female breast
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
- Cancer of right female nipple
- Right female areola tumor
- Malignant growth on right female nipple
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
- C50312: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50512: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of left female breast
- D0510: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of unspecified breast
- C50311: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of right female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
- C50011: Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Negative (ER-) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Negative Cancer
- No Estrogen Receptors
- Hormone Receptor Negative
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z171: Estrogen receptor negative status [ER-]
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
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:
- Diamond-Blackfan Anemia
- Anemia
- Diamond-Blackfan anemia
- DBA
- Congenital pure red cell aplasia
- Inherited red cell aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6101: Constitutional (pure) red blood cell aplasia
Which procedures does Dr. Cairo perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michelina Cairo 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. Cairo's office.
Does Dr. Cairo accept my insurance?
Dr. Cairo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 467-1722 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cairo accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Cairo in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Memorial Hermann
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Where is Dr. Cairo's office located?
Dr. Michelina Cairo's Primary Practice
925 Gessner Rd Ste 550
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 467-1722
What is Dr. Cairo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cairo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497064448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cairo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cairo
What is Dr. Michelina Cairo's specialty?
Dr. Cairo is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Houston, TX. 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. Cairo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michelina Cairo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cairo is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City 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
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Is Michelina Cairo accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Michelina Cairo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelina Cairo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cairo's office at (713) 467-1722 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelina Cairo?
Please contact Dr. Cairo's office at (713) 467-1722 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michelina Cairo have?
Dr. Michelina Cairo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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