Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tucker, Medical Oncologist in Kerrville, TX?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tucker?
Dr. Thomas Tucker, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tucker empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hematology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kerrville, TX community, Dr. Tucker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tucker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hematology/Oncology, Boston University Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts
Residency: Boston City Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals | Boston Medical Center
Is Dr. Tucker board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Tucker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1988, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1991
What languages does Dr. Tucker speak?
Dr. Tucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- German
- Russian
- Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Tucker typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Tucker 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. Tucker. 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 from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- 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
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Tucker typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Tucker 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. Tucker. 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. Tucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Tucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 633-8711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tucker accept in Kerrville, TX?
Dr. Tucker in Kerrville, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?
Dr. Thomas Tucker's Primary Practice
694 Hill Country Dr
Kerrville, TX 78028
(509) 633-8711
What hospitals are Dr. Tucker affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tucker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tucker's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982648820.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tucker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tucker