39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caruso, Radiation Oncologist in Plano, TX?
Dr. Michela Caruso, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Caruso graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center and completed her residency at Mayo Clinic. Dr. Caruso is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caruso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caruso’s office at (972) 686-6411.
Where did Dr. Caruso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: endocrinology/metabolism and internal medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota during | radiation oncology at University of Virginia during
Residency: Mayo Clinic | Mayo Clinic | Christus Santa Rosa Health Care Program
Medical School: Universita Degli Studi Di Roma Med School Rome Italy | University Of North Texas Health Science Center
What languages does Dr. Caruso speak?
Dr. Caruso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Caruso typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Caruso 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. Caruso. 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:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
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
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
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
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Caruso typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michela Caruso may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Caruso's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Caruso accept my insurance?
Dr. Caruso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 686-6411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caruso accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Caruso in Plano, 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
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Keenan & Associates
Medicare
Parkland Health & Hospital System
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Caruso's office located?
What is Dr. Caruso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caruso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144268129.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caruso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caruso
What is Dr. Michela Caruso's specialty?
Dr. Caruso is a Radiation Oncologist near Plano, TX.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Michela Caruso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caruso is affiliated with Texas Health Hospital Rockwall, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lake Pointe 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
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Is Michela Caruso accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Michela Caruso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michela Caruso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caruso's office at (972) 686-6411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michela Caruso?
Please contact Dr. Caruso's office at (972) 686-6411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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