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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kovitz, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Craig Kovitz, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Kovitz completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr. Dr. Kovitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kovitz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kovitz’s office at (281) 298-8444.
Where did Dr. Kovitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr
What languages does Dr. Kovitz speak?
Dr. Kovitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kovitz treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kovitz 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. Kovitz. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Urologic Cancer
- Genitourinary Cancer
- Urinary System Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C688: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of urinary organs
Which procedures does Dr. Kovitz perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Craig Kovitz 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. Kovitz's office.
Does Dr. Kovitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Kovitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 298-8444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kovitz accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kovitz in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Healthfirst
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kovitz's office located?
Dr. Craig Kovitz's Primary Practice
2130 W Holcombe Blvd # M
Houston, TX 77030
(281) 298-8444
What is Dr. Kovitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kovitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114086063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kovitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kovitz
What is Dr. Craig Kovitz's specialty?
Dr. Kovitz 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. Kovitz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Kovitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kovitz is affiliated with The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Craig Kovitz accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Craig Kovitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Kovitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kovitz's office at (281) 298-8444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Kovitz?
Please contact Dr. Kovitz's office at (281) 298-8444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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