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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Burris, Medical Oncologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Howard Burris, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Burris graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Brook Army Med Center Categorical. Dr. Burris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burris’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burris’s office at (615) 986-4330.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Burris?
Dr. Howard Burris, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Burris empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Clinical Trials, Drug Development, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville/TN community, Dr. Burris is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Burris go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brook Army Med Center Categorical | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of South Alabama College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Burris speak?
Dr. Burris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Burris treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Burris 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. Burris. 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
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
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:
- 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:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C561: Malignant neoplasm of right ovary
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 Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
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
Also known as:
- Abnormal Tumor Marker Levels
- Laboratory Tests
- High tumor markers
- Elevated cancer markers
- Unusual tumor test results
ICD-10 Codes:
- R978: Other abnormal tumor markers
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:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Which procedures does Dr. Burris perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Howard Burris 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. Burris' office.
Does Dr. Burris accept my insurance?
Dr. Burris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 986-4330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burris accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Burris in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Burris' office located?
Dr. Howard Burris' Primary Practice
335 24th Ave N Ste 200
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 986-4330
What is Dr. Burris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417992397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burris
What is Dr. Howard Burris's specialty?
Dr. Burris is a Medical Oncologist near Nashville, TN. 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. Burris to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Burris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burris is affiliated with TriStar Centennial 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 Howard Burris accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Howard Burris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Burris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burris's office at (615) 986-4330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Burris?
Please contact Dr. Burris's office at (615) 986-4330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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