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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elms, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Destry Elms, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Maywood, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Elms is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elms’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elms’s office at (708) 216-4943.
What languages does Dr. Elms speak?
Dr. Elms and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elms treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Elms 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. Elms. 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST of stomach
- Gastric GIST
- Stomach tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Left Female Nipple and Areola Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Cancer of left female nipple
- Left female areola tumor
- Malignant growth on left female nipple
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50012: Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, left female breast
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Elms perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Destry Elms 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. Elms' office.
Does Dr. Elms accept my insurance?
Dr. Elms accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 216-4943 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elms accept in Maywood, IL?
Dr. Elms in Maywood, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Independent Health
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Elms' office located?
What is Dr. Elms's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992236996.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elms?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elms
What is Dr. Destry Elms's specialty?
Dr. Elms is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Maywood, IL. 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. Elms to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Destry Elms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elms is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Destry Elms accepting new patients in Maywood, IL?
Yes, Dr. Destry Elms is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Destry Elms offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elms's office at (708) 216-4943 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Destry Elms?
Please contact Dr. Elms's office at (708) 216-4943 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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