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Dr. Christos Fountzilas, MD

Buffalo, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fountzilas, Medical Oncologist in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Christos Fountzilas, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fountzilas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fountzilas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fountzilas’s office at (210) 450-2872.

    What languages does Dr. Fountzilas speak?

    Dr. Fountzilas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fountzilas treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Fountzilas 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. Fountzilas. 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:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma
    • Cancer of Pancreas Tail

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
    • C252: Malignant neoplasm of tail of pancreas
    • C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas
    • C258: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • Ampullary Cancer
    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Cancer of the ampulla of Vater
    • Malignant neoplasm of ampulla of Vater
    • Ampulla of Vater carcinoma
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Biliary Cancer
    • Extrahepatic Bile Duct Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C241: Malignant neoplasm of ampulla of Vater
    • C240: Malignant neoplasm of extrahepatic bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    What procedures does Dr. Fountzilas perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Fountzilas 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. Fountzilas. 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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    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:

    • 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:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Fountzilas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fountzilas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-2872 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fountzilas accept in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Fountzilas in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • County of Franklin (OH)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independent Health

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Univera Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fountzilas' office located?

    Dr. Christos Fountzilas' Primary Practice

    Elm and Carlton St

    Buffalo, NY 14263

    (210) 450-2872

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    Dr. Christos Fountzilas' Practice 2

    Elm And Carlton Streets

    Buffalo, NY 14263

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    Dr. Christos Fountzilas' Practice 3

    7979 Wurzbach Rd Fl Z5

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 450-2872

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    What is Dr. Fountzilas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fountzilas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558672105.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fountzilas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fountzilas

    What is Dr. Christos Fountzilas's specialty?

    Dr. Fountzilas is a Medical Oncologist near Buffalo, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Fountzilas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christos Fountzilas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fountzilas is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Mercy Hospital of Buffalo 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

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    Is Christos Fountzilas accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Christos Fountzilas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christos Fountzilas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fountzilas's office at (210) 450-2872 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christos Fountzilas?

    Please contact Dr. Fountzilas's office at (210) 450-2872 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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