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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pollard, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Ester Pollard, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pollard graduated from Texas A&M University. Dr. Pollard is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pollard’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pollard’s office at (361) 882-4101.
Where did Dr. Pollard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Pollard board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ester Pollard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pollard speak?
Dr. Pollard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pollard treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Pollard 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. Pollard. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
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:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Discoid Lupus
- Lupus
- DLE
- Skin lupus
- Chronic cutaneous lupus
ICD-10 Codes:
- L930: Discoid lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphosarcoma
- NHL
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Head Cancer
- Neck Cancer
- Facial Cancer
- Malignant Head and Neck Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C760: Malignant neoplasm of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Bone Disorder
- Bone Disease
- Miscellaneous Bone Conditions
- Uncommon Bone Problems
- Rare Bone Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- M898X9: Other specified disorders of bone, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Which procedures does Dr. Pollard perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ester Pollard 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. Pollard's office.
Does Dr. Pollard accept my insurance?
Dr. Pollard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 882-4101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pollard accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Pollard in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Christus Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pollard's office located?
Dr. Ester Pollard's Primary Practice
712 Booty St
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 882-4101
What is Dr. Pollard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pollard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225002843.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pollard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pollard
What is Dr. Ester Pollard's specialty?
Dr. Pollard is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Corpus Christi, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Pollard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ester Pollard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pollard is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Ester Pollard accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ester Pollard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ester Pollard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pollard's office at (361) 882-4101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ester Pollard?
Please contact Dr. Pollard's office at (361) 882-4101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ester Pollard have?
Dr. Ester Pollard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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