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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bell, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Francis Bell, DO is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Hattiesburg, MS with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bell’s office at (601) 261-1700.
What languages does Dr. Bell speak?
Dr. Bell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Bell typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Bell 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. Bell. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50312: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of left female breast
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Bell typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Francis Bell 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. Bell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bell accept my insurance?
Dr. Bell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 261-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bell accept in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Bell in Hattiesburg, MS 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 Mississippi
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Fidelity Insurance Group
Fox Everett
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bell's office located?
What is Dr. Bell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912437310.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bell
What is Dr. Francis Bell's specialty?
Dr. Bell is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Hattiesburg, MS.
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. Francis Bell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bell is affiliated with South Central Regional Medical 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Francis Bell accepting new patients in Hattiesburg, MS?
Yes, Dr. Francis Bell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Bell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (601) 261-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Bell?
Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (601) 261-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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