26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Willis, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Carl Willis, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Willis graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at Meharry Medical College Program A. Dr. Willis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Willis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Willis’s office at (615) 284-2310.
Where did Dr. Willis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Meharry Medical College Program A
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Willis speak?
Dr. Willis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Willis treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Willis 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. Willis. 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:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Negative (ER-) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Negative Cancer
- No Estrogen Receptors
- Hormone Receptor Negative
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z171: Estrogen receptor negative status [ER-]
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Iron
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Unspecified Preventive Health Measures
- General Prophylactic Care
- Unspecified Disease Prevention
- Health Protection Visit
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z299: Encounter for prophylactic measures, unspecified
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:
- Intestinal Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Nutrient Malabsorption
- Digestive Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Long-Term Aromatase Inhibitor Use
- Breast Cancer
- Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer
- Chronic aromatase inhibitor therapy
- Ongoing breast cancer hormone treatment
- Aromatase inhibitor medication
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79811: Long term (current) use of aromatase inhibitors
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Axillary Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Armpit
ICD-10 Codes:
- C773: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of axilla and upper limb lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Willis perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Carl Willis 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. Willis' office.
Does Dr. Willis accept my insurance?
Dr. Willis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 284-2310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Willis accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Willis 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Willis' office located?
Dr. Carl Willis' Primary Practice
2004 Hayes St Ste 720
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 284-2310
What is Dr. Willis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Willis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154376259.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Willis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Willis
What is Dr. Carl Willis's specialty?
Dr. Willis is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Nashville, TN. 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. Willis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carl Willis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Willis is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West 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
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Is Carl Willis accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Carl Willis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carl Willis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Willis's office at (615) 284-2310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carl Willis?
Please contact Dr. Willis's office at (615) 284-2310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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