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Dr. Betty Herrington, MD
Jackson, MS
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Herrington, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Betty Herrington, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Herrington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herrington’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herrington’s office at (601) 815-9173.
What languages does Dr. Herrington speak?
Dr. Herrington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Herrington treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Herrington 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. Herrington. 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:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Stem Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Brain Stem Cancer
- Brainstem Glioma
- Malignant Brainstem Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C716: Malignant neoplasm of cerebellum
- C717: Malignant neoplasm of brain stem
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
- Brain neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
- D432: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease with Acute Chest Syndrome
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
- Acute chest syndrome
- Sickle cell lung complication
- Chest pain in sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
- D5701: Hb-SS disease with acute chest syndrome
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- Neurofibromatosis type 2
- NF1
- Von Recklinghausen disease
- Peripheral neurofibromatosis
- NF', 'Genetic nerve disorder', 'Von Recklinghausen's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1
- Q8500: Neurofibromatosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
- Tuberous Sclerosis
- Tuberous sclerosis complex
- TSC', 'Bourneville's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q851: Tuberous sclerosis
Also known as:
- Benign Nerve System Tumor
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous nerve growth
- Benign peripheral nerve neoplasm
- Benign autonomic nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3610: Benign neoplasm of peripheral nerves and autonomic nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Herrington perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Betty Herrington 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. Herrington's office.
Does Dr. Herrington accept my insurance?
Dr. Herrington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 815-9173 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Herrington accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Herrington in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Molina
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Herrington's office located?
What is Dr. Herrington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Herrington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437363967.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herrington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herrington
What is Dr. Betty Herrington's specialty?
Dr. Herrington is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Jackson, MS. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Herrington to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Betty Herrington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Herrington is affiliated with University Of Mississippi 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
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Is Betty Herrington accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Betty Herrington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Betty Herrington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Herrington's office at (601) 815-9173 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Betty Herrington?
Please contact Dr. Herrington's office at (601) 815-9173 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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