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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laux, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Douglas Laux, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Laux is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laux’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laux’s office at (319) 356-1616.
Where did Dr. Laux go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Missouri / Columbia Campus
Is Dr. Laux board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Laux, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Laux speak?
Dr. Laux and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Laux treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Laux 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. Laux. 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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
- C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Salivary Gland Cancer
- Submandibular Gland Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Salivary Gland
- Salivary Gland Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C080: Malignant neoplasm of submandibular gland
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
- Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- SCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4492: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Laux perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas Laux 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. Laux's office.
Does Dr. Laux accept my insurance?
Dr. Laux accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-1616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laux accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Laux in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Laux's office located?
What is Dr. Laux's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laux's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295946218.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laux?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laux
What is Dr. Douglas Laux's specialty?
Dr. Laux is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Iowa City, IA. 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. Laux to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Laux affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laux is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Douglas Laux accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Laux is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Laux offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laux's office at (319) 356-1616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Laux?
Please contact Dr. Laux's office at (319) 356-1616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Laux have?
Dr. Douglas Laux is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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