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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brittain, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Paul Brittain, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Brittain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brittain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brittain’s office at (505) 727-3040.
What languages does Dr. Brittain speak?
Dr. Brittain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Brittain treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Brittain 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. Brittain. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Long-Term Aromatase Inhibitor Use
- Blood Thinners
- Breast Cancer
- Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
- Chronic aromatase inhibitor therapy
- Ongoing breast cancer hormone treatment
- Aromatase inhibitor medication
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
- Z79811: Long term (current) use of aromatase inhibitors
Also known as:
- Long-term Estrogen-Affecting Medication Use
- Hormones
- Chronic estrogen therapy
- Taking estrogen modulators
- Long-term hormone treatment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79818: Long term (current) use of other agents affecting estrogen receptors and estrogen levels
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
What procedures does Dr. Brittain perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Brittain 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. Brittain. 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:
- 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. Brittain accept my insurance?
Dr. Brittain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 727-3040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brittain accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Brittain in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
First Medical Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Brittain's office located?
Dr. Paul Brittain's Primary Practice
715 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE Ste 102
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 727-3040
What is Dr. Brittain's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brittain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184980989.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brittain?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brittain
What is Dr. Paul Brittain's specialty?
Dr. Brittain is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Brittain to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Brittain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brittain is affiliated with Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Westside Hospital 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 Paul Brittain accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Paul Brittain is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Brittain offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brittain's office at (505) 727-3040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Brittain?
Please contact Dr. Brittain's office at (505) 727-3040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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