24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lazo-Diaz, Medical Oncologist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Guillermo Lazo-Diaz, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Lazo-Diaz graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Nuevo Leon and completed his residency at University Of Texas At Houston. Dr. Lazo-Diaz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lazo-Diaz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lazo-Diaz’s office at (956) 687-5150.
Where did Dr. Lazo-Diaz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University Of Texas At Houston
Residency: University Of Texas At Houston | University of Kansas / School of Medicine
Medical School: University Auto De Nuevo Leon, Fac De Med, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon | Universidad Autonoma De Nuevo Leon
What languages does Dr. Lazo-Diaz speak?
Dr. Lazo-Diaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lazo-Diaz typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Lazo-Diaz 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. Lazo-Diaz. 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
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lazo-Diaz typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Lazo-Diaz 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. Lazo-Diaz. 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
Does Dr. Lazo-Diaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Lazo-Diaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 687-5150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lazo-Diaz accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Lazo-Diaz in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Keenan & Associates
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lazo-Diaz's office located?
Dr. Guillermo Lazo-Diaz's Primary Practice
1901 S Col Rowe Blvd
McAllen, TX 78503
(956) 687-5150
What is Dr. Lazo-Diaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lazo-Diaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760421101.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lazo-Diaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lazo-Diaz
What is Dr. Guillermo Lazo-Diaz's specialty?
Dr. Lazo-Diaz is a Medical Oncologist near McAllen, 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. Guillermo Lazo-Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lazo-Diaz is affiliated with Dhr Health, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Mission Regional Medical Center, Starr County Memorial 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
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Is Guillermo Lazo-Diaz accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Guillermo Lazo-Diaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Guillermo Lazo-Diaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lazo-Diaz's office at (956) 687-5150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Guillermo Lazo-Diaz?
Please contact Dr. Lazo-Diaz's office at (956) 687-5150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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