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Who is Dr. Awkar Lazo, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Downey, CA?
Dr. Nelly Awkar Lazo, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Awkar Lazo is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awkar Lazo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awkar Lazo’s office at (562) 869-1201.
What languages does Dr. Awkar Lazo speak?
Dr. Awkar Lazo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Awkar Lazo typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Awkar Lazo 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. Awkar Lazo. 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:
- 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Other Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Other leukopenia
- Specific low WBC count
- Uncommon white blood cell deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72818: Other decreased white blood cell count
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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Awkar Lazo typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nelly Awkar Lazo 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. Awkar Lazo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Awkar Lazo accept my insurance?
Dr. Awkar Lazo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 869-1201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Awkar Lazo accept in Downey, CA?
Dr. Awkar Lazo in Downey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Awkar Lazo's office located?
Dr. Nelly Awkar Lazo's Primary Practice
11480 Brookshire Ave Ste 309
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 869-1201
Dr. Nelly Awkar Lazo's Practice 2
26732 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 271
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
What is Dr. Awkar Lazo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Awkar Lazo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326351537.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awkar Lazo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Awkar Lazo
What is Dr. Nelly Awkar Lazo's specialty?
Dr. Awkar Lazo is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Downey, CA.
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. Nelly Awkar Lazo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Awkar Lazo is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Orange County Global Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Uci 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nelly Awkar Lazo accepting new patients in Downey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nelly Awkar Lazo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelly Awkar Lazo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Awkar Lazo's office at (562) 869-1201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelly Awkar Lazo?
Please contact Dr. Awkar Lazo's office at (562) 869-1201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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