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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghous, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Ghulam Ghous, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ghous is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghous’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghous’s office at (573) 884-3037.
What languages does Dr. Ghous speak?
Dr. Ghous and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ghous typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ghous 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. Ghous. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ghous typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ghulam Ghous 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
Please contact Dr. Ghous' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ghous accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghous accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 884-3037 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghous accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Ghous in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ghous' office located?
What is Dr. Ghous's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003260787.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghous?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghous
What is Dr. Ghulam Ghous's specialty?
Dr. Ghous is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Columbia, MO.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ghulam Ghous affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghous is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Emory Decatur 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ghulam Ghous accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. Ghulam Ghous is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ghulam Ghous offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghous's office at (573) 884-3037 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ghulam Ghous?
Please contact Dr. Ghous's office at (573) 884-3037 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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