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Who is Dr. Kono, Medical Oncologist in Denver, CO?
Dr. Scott Kono, DO is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kono graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University. Dr. Kono is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kono’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kono’s office at (720) 516-9413.
Where did Dr. Kono go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
What languages does Dr. Kono speak?
Dr. Kono and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kono typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Kono 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. Kono. 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:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kono typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Kono 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. Kono's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kono accept my insurance?
Dr. Kono accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 516-9413 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kono accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Kono in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Selman and company
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kono's office located?
What is Dr. Kono's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kono's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184671067.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kono?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kono
What is Dr. Scott Kono's specialty?
Dr. Kono is a Medical Oncologist near Denver, CO.
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. Scott Kono affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kono is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Southwest Health System - Cortez, Uchealth Highlands Ranch 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Kono accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Scott Kono is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Kono offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kono's office at (720) 516-9413 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Kono?
Please contact Dr. Kono's office at (720) 516-9413 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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