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Dr. Gerald Edelman, MD

Dr. Gerald Edelman, MD

Lubbock, TX

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    Who is Dr. Edelman, Medical Oncologist in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Gerald Edelman, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Edelman graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Edelman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edelman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edelman’s office at (682) 274-8181.

    Where did Dr. Edelman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University Of Co School Of Med | University of Colorado Program A

    • Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Edelman board certified in Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Edelman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Edelman speak?

    Dr. Edelman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Edelman treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Edelman 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. Edelman. 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Essential Thrombocythemia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Essential thrombocythemia
    • Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder
    • ET
    • Primary Thrombocythemia
    • Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
    • D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia

    Also known as:

    • Monoclonal Gammopathy
    • Blood Disorder
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • MGUS
    • Plasma Cell Disorder
    • Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D472: Monoclonal gammopathy

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Lymphocytosis
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count
    • High lymphocyte count
    • Elevated lymphocytes
    • Lymphocyte increase

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
    • D72820: Lymphocytosis (symptomatic)

    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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement

    Also known as:

    • Myelodysplastic Syndrome
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
    • MDS
    • Preleukemia
    • Bone marrow failure disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    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:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    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

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Polycythemia vera
    • Bone Marrow Disease
    • Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
    • PV
    • Primary polycythemia
    • Erythremia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D45: Polycythemia vera

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Edelman perform as a Medical Oncologist?

    As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gerald Edelman may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Edelman's office.

    Does Dr. Edelman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Edelman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (682) 274-8181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Edelman accept in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Edelman in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Edelman's office located?

    Dr. Gerald Edelman's Primary Practice

    602 Indiana Ave

    Lubbock, TX 79415

    (682) 274-8181

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    Dr. Gerald Edelman's Practice 2

    801 W Interstate 20 Ste 132

    Arlington, TX 76017

    (682) 274-8181

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    Dr. Gerald Edelman's Practice 3

    6750 N MacArthur Blvd Ste 304

    Irving, TX 75039

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    What is Dr. Edelman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Edelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831131739.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edelman?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Edelman

    What is Dr. Gerald Edelman's specialty?

    Dr. Edelman is a Medical Oncologist near Lubbock, TX. 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. Edelman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gerald Edelman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Edelman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: The University of Toledo Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?

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    Is Gerald Edelman accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Edelman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerald Edelman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Edelman's office at (682) 274-8181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerald Edelman?

    Please contact Dr. Edelman's office at (682) 274-8181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Edelman have?

    Dr. Gerald Edelman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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