Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shows, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Joseph Shows, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shows is fluent in English and Telugu, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shows’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shows’s office at (225) 757-0343.
What languages does Dr. Shows speak?
Dr. Shows and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Shows typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Shows 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. Shows. 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:
- 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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)
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Shows typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Shows 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. Shows. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Shows accept my insurance?
Dr. Shows accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 757-0343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shows accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Shows in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmWINS Group
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shows' office located?
Dr. Joseph Shows' Primary Practice
4950 Essen Ln Ste 200
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 757-0343
What is Dr. Shows's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shows's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972795250.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shows?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shows
What is Dr. Joseph Shows's specialty?
Dr. Shows is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA.
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. Joseph Shows affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shows is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Woman's Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, North Oaks Medical Center 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 Joseph Shows accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
No, Dr. Joseph Shows is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Shows offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shows's office at (225) 757-0343 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Shows?
Please contact Dr. Shows's office at (225) 757-0343 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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