21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pizzolato, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Miami, FL?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pizzolato?
Dr. Joseph Pizzolato, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist 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. Pizzolato empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon & Rectal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Miami, FL community, Dr. Pizzolato is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pizzolato go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Residency: Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center
Medical School: Mount Sinai Medical School
Is Dr. Pizzolato board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Pizzolato, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pizzolato speak?
Dr. Pizzolato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Pizzolato typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Pizzolato 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. Pizzolato. 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
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Pizzolato typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Pizzolato 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. Pizzolato's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pizzolato accept my insurance?
Dr. Pizzolato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 535-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pizzolato accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Pizzolato in Miami, FL 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
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pizzolato's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Pizzolato affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Pizzolato has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Pizzolato's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pizzolato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447248109.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pizzolato?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pizzolato