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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vo, Surgical Oncologist in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Elaine Vo, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Tyler, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vo graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Vo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vo’s office at (903) 606-4300.
Where did Dr. Vo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vo speak?
Dr. Vo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Vo typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Vo 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. Vo. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Vo typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Vo 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. Vo. 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:
- 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:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Biopsy
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Abdominal Biopsy via Laparoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 49321: Laparoscopy, surgical; with biopsy (single or multiple)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Vo accept my insurance?
Dr. Vo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 606-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vo accept in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Vo in Tyler, 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
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vo's office located?
What is Dr. Vo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992142996.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vo
What is Dr. Elaine Vo's specialty?
Dr. Vo is a Surgical Oncologist near Tyler, TX.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Elaine Vo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vo is affiliated with Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, Christus St. Michael Health System 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 Elaine Vo accepting new patients in Tyler, TX?
Yes, Dr. Elaine Vo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elaine Vo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vo's office at (903) 606-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elaine Vo?
Please contact Dr. Vo's office at (903) 606-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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