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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramirez, Medical Oncologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Robert Ramirez, DO is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ramirez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramirez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramirez’s office at (504) 842-3910.
What languages does Dr. Ramirez speak?
Dr. Ramirez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Ramirez typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Ramirez 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. Ramirez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Benign Tumor
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Lung Carcinoid Tumor
- Carcinoid Tumor
- Bronchial Carcinoid
- Pulmonary Carcinoid
- Lung NET
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A090: Malignant carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C257: Malignant neoplasm of other parts of pancreas
Also known as:
- Ileum Carcinoid Tumor
- Carcinoid Tumor
- Gastrointestinal Neuroendocrine Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Ileal Carcinoid
- Malignant Ileum Tumor
- Small Bowel NET
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A012: Malignant carcinoid tumor of the ileum
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Ramirez typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Ramirez 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. Ramirez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramirez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramirez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-3910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramirez accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Ramirez in Nashville, TN 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
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ramirez's office located?
Dr. Robert Ramirez's Primary Practice
3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
(504) 842-3910
What is Dr. Ramirez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669665808.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramirez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramirez
What is Dr. Robert Ramirez's specialty?
Dr. Ramirez is a Medical Oncologist near Nashville, TN.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Robert Ramirez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramirez is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Corbin, Baptist Health Paducah, Maury Regional Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Springfield 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Ramirez accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Robert Ramirez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Ramirez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (504) 842-3910 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Ramirez?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (504) 842-3910 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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