Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heaven, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Abilene, TX?
Dr. Ralph Heaven, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Abilene, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Heaven graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Brooke Army Medical Center. Dr. Heaven is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heaven’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heaven’s office.
Where did Dr. Heaven go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: hematology/oncology fellowship at Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas
Residency: Brooke Army Medical Center
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Heaven board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Heaven, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heaven speak?
Dr. Heaven and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Heaven typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Heaven 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. Heaven. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Heaven typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Heaven 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. Heaven. 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
Also known as:
- Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Venipuncture
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous Access
- Catheter Placement Vein
CPT Codes:
- 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein
Does Dr. Heaven accept my insurance?
Dr. Heaven accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heaven accept in Abilene, TX?
Dr. Heaven in Abilene, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Auxiant
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Heaven's office located?
What is Dr. Heaven's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heaven's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023056280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heaven?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heaven
What is Dr. Ralph Heaven's specialty?
Dr. Heaven is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Abilene, TX.
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. Ralph Heaven affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heaven is affiliated with Hendrick Medical Center, Shannon 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 Ralph Heaven accepting new patients in Abilene, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Heaven is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ralph Heaven offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heaven's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ralph Heaven?
Please contact Dr. Heaven's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Heaven have?
Dr. Ralph Heaven is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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