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Who is Dr. Balbastro, Medical Oncologist in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Elpidia Balbastro, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Opelousas, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Balbastro is fluent in English, Filipino, Pilipino, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balbastro’s office at (337) 942-7898.
What languages does Dr. Balbastro speak?
Dr. Balbastro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino
Pilipino
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Balbastro treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Balbastro 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. Balbastro. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner right female breast
- Left female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer left female breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50311: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of right female breast
- C50512: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of right female breast
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Which procedures does Dr. Balbastro perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elpidia Balbastro 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. Balbastro's office.
Does Dr. Balbastro accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Balbastro's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Balbastro's office located?
Dr. Elpidia Balbastro's Primary Practice
1200 Hospital Dr Ste 2
Opelousas, LA 70570
(337) 942-7898
What is Dr. Balbastro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balbastro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386614345.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balbastro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balbastro
What is Dr. Elpidia Balbastro's specialty?
Dr. Balbastro is a Medical Oncologist near Opelousas, LA. 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. Balbastro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elpidia Balbastro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Balbastro 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
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Is Elpidia Balbastro accepting new patients in Opelousas, LA?
Yes, Dr. Elpidia Balbastro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elpidia Balbastro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balbastro's office at (337) 942-7898 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elpidia Balbastro?
Please contact Dr. Balbastro's office at (337) 942-7898 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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