33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krekow, Medical Oncologist in Bedford, TX?
Dr. Lea Krekow, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Bedford, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Krekow graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed her residency at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program. Dr. Krekow is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krekow’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krekow’s office at (817) 267-4201.
Where did Dr. Krekow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program
Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
What languages does Dr. Krekow speak?
Dr. Krekow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Krekow typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Krekow 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. Krekow. 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Central Left 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
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left 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
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
Also known as:
- Soft Bones Caused by Medication
- Bone Disease
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Drug-induced osteomalacia
- Medication-related bone softening
- Adult rickets from drugs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M835: Other drug-induced osteomalacia in adults
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Krekow typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lea Krekow 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. Krekow's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Krekow accept my insurance?
Dr. Krekow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 267-4201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krekow accept in Bedford, TX?
Dr. Krekow in Bedford, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krekow's office located?
What is Dr. Krekow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krekow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982641361.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krekow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krekow
What is Dr. Lea Krekow's specialty?
Dr. Krekow is a Medical Oncologist near Bedford, TX.
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. Lea Krekow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krekow is affiliated with Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, United Regional Healthcare System, Medical City Alliance Hospital, Medical City Weatherford Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound 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 Lea Krekow accepting new patients in Bedford, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lea Krekow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lea Krekow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krekow's office at (817) 267-4201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lea Krekow?
Please contact Dr. Krekow's office at (817) 267-4201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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