33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vellek, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Murray, KY?
Dr. Mark Vellek, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Murray, KY. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Vellek graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Hematology/Oncology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vellek is fluent in English, French, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vellek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vellek’s office at (702) 933-9400.
Where did Dr. Vellek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Hematology/Oncology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Internal Medicine | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Vellek board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Vellek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vellek speak?
Dr. Vellek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Tamil
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Vellek typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Vellek 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. Vellek. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- 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:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Vellek typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Vellek 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. Vellek's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vellek accept my insurance?
Dr. Vellek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 933-9400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vellek accept in Murray, KY?
Dr. Vellek in Murray, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vellek's office located?
What is Dr. Vellek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vellek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063409688.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vellek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vellek
What is Dr. Mark Vellek's specialty?
Dr. Vellek is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Murray, KY.
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 this Dr. Mark Vellek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vellek is affiliated with Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mark Vellek accepting new patients in Murray, KY?
Yes, Dr. Mark Vellek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Vellek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vellek's office at (702) 933-9400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Vellek?
Please contact Dr. Vellek's office at (702) 933-9400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Vellek have?
Dr. Mark Vellek is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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