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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Becnel, Medical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Melody Becnel, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Becnel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Becnel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Becnel’s office.
What languages does Dr. Becnel speak?
Dr. Becnel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Becnel treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Becnel 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. Becnel. 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:
- 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 Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Light Chain Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- AL Amyloidosis
- Primary Amyloidosis
- Immunoglobulin Light Chain Amyloidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8581: Light chain (AL) amyloidosis
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Which procedures does Dr. Becnel perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melody Becnel 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. Becnel's office.
Does Dr. Becnel accept my insurance?
Dr. Becnel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Becnel accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Becnel in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Becnel's office located?
What is Dr. Becnel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Becnel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447549126.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Becnel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Becnel
What is Dr. Melody Becnel's specialty?
Dr. Becnel is a Medical Oncologist near Houston, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Becnel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melody Becnel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Becnel 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
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Is Melody Becnel accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Melody Becnel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melody Becnel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Becnel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melody Becnel?
Please contact Dr. Becnel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Becnel
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030