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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. John, Medical Oncologist in Longview, TX?
Dr. Lijo John, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Longview, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. John is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. John’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. John’s office at (972) 496-9234.
What languages does Dr. John speak?
Dr. John and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. John typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. John 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. John. 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:
- Anemia
- Nutritional Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Dietary Anemia
- Malnutrition Anemia
- Vitamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D539: Nutritional anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. John typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. John 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. John. 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:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. John accept my insurance?
Dr. John accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 496-9234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. John accept in Longview, TX?
Dr. John in Longview, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
90 Degree Benefits
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. John's office located?
What is Dr. John's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. John's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295050037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. John?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. John
What is Dr. Lijo John's specialty?
Dr. John is a Medical Oncologist near Longview, 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. Lijo John affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. John is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, Christus St. Michael Health System, Nacogdoches Medical Center 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 Lijo John accepting new patients in Longview, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lijo John is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lijo John offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. John's office at (972) 496-9234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lijo John?
Please contact Dr. John's office at (972) 496-9234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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