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Who is Dr. Talukder, Medical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Rafee Talukder, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Talukder is fluent in English and Bengali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Talukder’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Talukder’s office at (713) 798-1000.
What languages does Dr. Talukder speak?
Dr. Talukder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Talukder typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Talukder 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. Talukder. 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
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
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:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Talukder typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafee Talukder 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. Talukder's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Talukder accept my insurance?
Dr. Talukder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 798-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Talukder accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Talukder 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 North Dakota
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica Group
Medicare
Sanford Health
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Talukder's office located?
Dr. Rafee Talukder's Primary Practice
7200 Cambridge St Fl 10
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 798-1000
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rafee Talukder?
Dr. Talukder has appointments available at his Houston, TX office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Talukder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Talukder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750745360.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Talukder?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Talukder
What is Dr. Rafee Talukder's specialty?
Dr. Talukder is a Medical Oncologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Rafee Talukder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Talukder is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Monument Health Spearfish Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Vintage 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Oncologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Rafee Talukder accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rafee Talukder is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafee Talukder offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Talukder, or call (713) 798-1000 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Rafee Talukder?
Please contact Dr. Talukder's office at (713) 798-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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