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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Greco, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Ames, IA?
Dr. Austin Greco, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Ames, IA. Dr. Greco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Greco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Greco’s office at (319) 353-8383.
What languages does Dr. Greco speak?
Dr. Greco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Greco typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Greco 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. Greco. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Greco typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Greco 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. Greco. 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:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Greco accept my insurance?
Dr. Greco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 353-8383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Greco accept in Ames, IA?
Dr. Greco in Ames, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Greco's office located?
What is Dr. Greco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Greco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033645486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Greco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Greco
What is Dr. Austin Greco's specialty?
Dr. Greco is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Ames, IA.
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. Austin Greco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Greco is affiliated with St. Anthony Regional Hospital, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Austin Greco accepting new patients in Ames, IA?
Yes, Dr. Austin Greco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Austin Greco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Greco's office at (319) 353-8383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Austin Greco?
Please contact Dr. Greco's office at (319) 353-8383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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