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Who is Dr. Lopes, Medical Oncologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Gilberto Lopes, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lopes completed his residency at University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital and is currently affiliated with Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Lopes is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopes’s office at (305) 243-1000.
Where did Dr. Lopes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Jackson Memorial Hospital Division of Hematology/Oncology
Residency: University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital | Hospital De clinicas de Porto Alegre
Medical School: University of Bradford (UK) | Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul
What languages does Dr. Lopes speak?
Dr. Lopes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lopes typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Lopes 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. Lopes. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lopes typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gilberto Lopes 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. Lopes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lopes accept my insurance?
Dr. Lopes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lopes accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Lopes in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lopes' office located?
What is Dr. Lopes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lopes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912350596.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lopes
What is Dr. Gilberto Lopes's specialty?
Dr. Lopes is a Medical Oncologist near Miami, FL.
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. Gilberto Lopes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lopes is affiliated with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Jackson North Medical Center, Jackson South Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Indian River 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 Gilberto Lopes accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Gilberto Lopes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gilberto Lopes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lopes's office at (305) 243-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gilberto Lopes?
Please contact Dr. Lopes's office at (305) 243-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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