33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Encarnacion, Medical Oncologist in Waco, TX?
Dr. Carlos Encarnacion, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Encarnacion is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Encarnacion’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Encarnacion’s office at (254) 399-0741.
Where did Dr. Encarnacion go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Encarnacion board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Encarnacion, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Encarnacion speak?
Dr. Encarnacion and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Encarnacion treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Encarnacion 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. Encarnacion. 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:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Right Lung Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3401: Malignant neoplasm of right main bronchus
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:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Genetic and Chromosomal Screening
- Genetic Testing
- Health Screening
- Additional Genetic Testing
- Advanced Chromosome Screening
- Specific Genetic Anomaly Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1379: Encounter for other screening for genetic and chromosomal anomalies
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Hepatic Flexure Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Ascending Colon Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C183: Malignant neoplasm of hepatic flexure
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Negative (ER-) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Negative Cancer
- No Estrogen Receptors
- Hormone Receptor Negative
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z171: Estrogen receptor negative status [ER-]
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:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Which procedures does Dr. Encarnacion perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Carlos Encarnacion 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. Encarnacion's office.
Does Dr. Encarnacion accept my insurance?
Dr. Encarnacion accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 399-0741 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Encarnacion accept in Waco, TX?
Dr. Encarnacion in Waco, 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
Allied Benefit Systems
Baylor Scott & White Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Encarnacion's office located?
Dr. Carlos Encarnacion's Primary Practice
1700 W State Highway 6
Waco, TX 76712
(254) 399-0741
What is Dr. Encarnacion's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Encarnacion's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245273838.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Encarnacion?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Encarnacion
What is Dr. Carlos Encarnacion's specialty?
Dr. Encarnacion is a Medical Oncologist near Waco, 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. Encarnacion to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carlos Encarnacion affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Encarnacion is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ascension Providence Hospital, Goodall-Witcher Healthcare - Clifton. 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
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Is Carlos Encarnacion accepting new patients in Waco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Encarnacion is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Encarnacion offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Encarnacion's office at (254) 399-0741 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Encarnacion?
Please contact Dr. Encarnacion's office at (254) 399-0741 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Encarnacion have?
Dr. Carlos Encarnacion is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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