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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Costa, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Luciano Costa, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Costa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Costa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Costa’s office at (205) 934-4011.
What languages does Dr. Costa speak?
Dr. Costa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Costa treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Costa 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. Costa. 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
- Multiple Myeloma in Remission
- Multiple Myeloma in Relapse
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
- Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission', 'Kahler's Disease in Remission
- Myeloma in Remission
- Recurrent multiple myeloma
- Relapsed myeloma
- Myeloma recurrence
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
- C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission
- C9002: Multiple myeloma in relapse
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Stem Cells
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Cell Therapy Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9484: Stem cells transplant status
Which procedures does Dr. Costa perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Luciano Costa 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. Costa's office.
Does Dr. Costa accept my insurance?
Dr. Costa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Costa accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Costa in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Costa's office located?
What is Dr. Costa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Costa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477606309.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Costa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Costa
What is Dr. Luciano Costa's specialty?
Dr. Costa is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Birmingham, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Costa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luciano Costa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Costa is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Luciano Costa accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Luciano Costa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luciano Costa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Costa's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luciano Costa?
Please contact Dr. Costa's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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