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Dr. Howard Wold, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Alexandria, LA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wold, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Howard Wold, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Wold graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Letterman Army Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Letterman Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wold is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wold’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wold’s office at (318) 442-2232.

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

    • Residency: Letterman Army Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Letterman Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Wv University School Of Medicine Morgantown | West Virginia University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wold board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Wold, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wold speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Wold typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Wold 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. Wold. 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
    • 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:

    • 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 Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    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:

    • Secondary Polycythemia
    • Blood Disorder
    • High red blood cell count (secondary)
    • Excess red blood cells (secondary)
    • Acquired polycythemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D751: Secondary polycythemia

    Also known as:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Wold typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Wold may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wold's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wold accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wold accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 442-2232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wold accept in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Wold in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Wold's office located?

    Dr. Howard Wold's Primary Practice

    605 Medical Center Dr Ste B

    Alexandria, LA 71301

    (318) 442-2232

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

    Dr. Wold's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467455501.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wold?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Wold's specialty?

    Dr. Wold is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Alexandria, LA.

    What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?

    An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.

    Is Dr. Howard Wold affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Wold is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Howard Wold accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Wold is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Wold offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wold's office at (318) 442-2232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Wold?

    Please contact Dr. Wold's office at (318) 442-2232 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wold's office located?

    Dr. Wold's office is located in Alexandria, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Wold have?

    Dr. Howard Wold is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.