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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taku, Radiation Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Nicolette Taku, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Taku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taku’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taku’s office at (713) 792-6161.
What languages does Dr. Taku speak?
Dr. Taku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Taku treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Taku 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. Taku. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer
- Malignant Cervical Tumor
- Cervical Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- C539: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, unspecified
- C538: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of cervix uteri
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
What procedures does Dr. Taku perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Taku performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Taku. 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:
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device Insertion
- Uterine Tandem Placement
- Vaginal Ovoids Insertion
- Internal Radiation Therapy Device
CPT Codes:
- 57155: Insertion of uterine tandem and/or vaginal ovoids for clinical brachytherapy
Does Dr. Taku accept my insurance?
Dr. Taku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taku accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Taku in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Taku's office located?
Dr. Nicolette Taku's Primary Practice
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 792-6161
What is Dr. Taku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164959268.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taku
What is Dr. Nicolette Taku's specialty?
Dr. Taku is a Radiation Oncologist near Houston, TX. A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors. Contact Dr. Taku to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicolette Taku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taku is affiliated with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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
Where can I learn more about Radiation Oncologist?
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Is Nicolette Taku accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nicolette Taku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicolette Taku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taku's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicolette Taku?
Please contact Dr. Taku's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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