Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kovoor, Medical Oncologist in Plano, TX?
Dr. Philip Kovoor, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kovoor graduated from Texas A&M University. Dr. Kovoor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kovoor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kovoor’s office.
Where did Dr. Kovoor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Texas A&M University
What languages does Dr. Kovoor speak?
Dr. Kovoor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kovoor typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Kovoor 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. Kovoor. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
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
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kovoor typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Philip Kovoor 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. Kovoor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kovoor accept my insurance?
Dr. Kovoor 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. Kovoor accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Kovoor in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kovoor's office located?
What is Dr. Kovoor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kovoor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578714424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kovoor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kovoor
What is Dr. Philip Kovoor's specialty?
Dr. Kovoor is a Medical Oncologist near Plano, 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. Philip Kovoor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kovoor is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - Plano, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Mckinney, Medical City Plano 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
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Is Philip Kovoor accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Philip Kovoor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Philip Kovoor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kovoor's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Philip Kovoor?
Please contact Dr. Kovoor's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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