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Who is Dr. Musher, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Benjamin Musher, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Musher graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of Wa School Of Med. Dr. Musher is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Musher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Musher’s office at 1737988890.
Where did Dr. Musher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Wa School Of Med
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Musher speak?
Dr. Musher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Musher typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Musher 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. Musher. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Musher typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Musher 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. Musher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Musher accept my insurance?
Dr. Musher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 1737988890 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Musher accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Musher in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Musher's office located?
What is Dr. Musher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Musher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922160852.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Musher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Musher
What is Dr. Benjamin Musher's specialty?
Dr. Musher is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Musher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Musher is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, Houston Methodist 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Musher accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Musher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Musher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Musher's office at 1737988890 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Musher?
Please contact Dr. Musher's office at 1737988890 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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