26 Years of Experience
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. 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 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Willis typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast 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
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
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
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Willis typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Willis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
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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.
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. Carl Willis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Willis is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Tristar Centennial Medical Center, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital, Williamson Health, Tristar Horizon 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
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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