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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arslan, Medical Oncologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Waqas Arslan, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Arslan is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arslan’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arslan’s office at (602) 344-1015.
What languages does Dr. Arslan speak?
Dr. Arslan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Arslan treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Arslan 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. Arslan. 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.
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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
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
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- High Platelet Count
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- Thrombocytosis
- Elevated platelet count
- Too many platelets
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D75839: Thrombocytosis, unspecified
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:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Arslan perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Waqas Arslan 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Arslan's office.
Does Dr. Arslan accept my insurance?
Dr. Arslan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 344-1015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arslan accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Arslan in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Cash
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Arslan's office located?
What is Dr. Arslan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arslan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154369577.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arslan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arslan
What is Dr. Waqas Arslan's specialty?
Dr. Arslan is a Medical Oncologist near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Arslan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Waqas Arslan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arslan is affiliated with Valleywise Health Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Waqas Arslan accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Waqas Arslan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Waqas Arslan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arslan's office at (602) 344-1015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Waqas Arslan?
Please contact Dr. Arslan's office at (602) 344-1015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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