Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asbun, Surgical Oncologist in Plantation, FL?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Asbun?
Dr. Horacio Asbun, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgical 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. Asbun empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatobiliary Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Plantation, FL community, Dr. Asbun is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Asbun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Post Doctoral Fellowship - General Surgery: Hospital de la Santa Cruz y San Pablo, Autonomous University | Post Doctoral Fellowship - Surgical Oncology: University of California, San Diego | Fellow - Gastrointestinal, Hepatobiliary and Pancreas Surgery: Lahey Clinic
Residency: Lahey Clinic, General Surgery; Kern Med Ctr, General Surgery | Kern Mc Uc San Diego | Kern Medical Center, Bakersfield | University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals | Lahey Clinic Program
Medical School: University De Chile, Esc De Pregrado, Fac De Med, Santiago, Chile | Universidad De Chile | University Of Chile | University Sakartvelo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Asbun board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Horacio Asbun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Asbun speak?
Dr. Asbun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Asbun typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Asbun 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. Asbun. 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:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Other specified liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Asbun typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Horacio Asbun 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
Please contact Dr. Asbun's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Asbun accept my insurance?
Dr. Asbun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 596-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asbun accept in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Asbun in Plantation, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Asbun's office located?
Dr. Horacio Asbun's Primary Practice
1228 S Pine Island Rd Ste 410
Plantation, FL 33324
(786) 596-2000
What hospitals are Dr. Asbun affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Asbun has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Asbun's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asbun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285638015.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asbun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asbun