Dr. Edgar Prasthofer, MD
Tuscaloosa, AL
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Prasthofer, Medical Oncologist in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Edgar Prasthofer, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Prasthofer completed his residency at University Of Alabama School Of Med. Dr. Prasthofer is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prasthofer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prasthofer’s office.
Where did Dr. Prasthofer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Alabama School Of Med | University of Alabama Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Prasthofer board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Prasthofer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prasthofer speak?
Dr. Prasthofer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Prasthofer treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Prasthofer 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. Prasthofer. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
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:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left 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:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
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
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, 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
Which procedures does Dr. Prasthofer perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edgar Prasthofer 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. Prasthofer's office.
Does Dr. Prasthofer accept my insurance?
Dr. Prasthofer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prasthofer accept in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Prasthofer in Tuscaloosa, AL 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
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Alabama
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Where is Dr. Prasthofer's office located?
What is Dr. Prasthofer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prasthofer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083677413.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prasthofer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prasthofer
What is Dr. Edgar Prasthofer's specialty?
Dr. Prasthofer is a Medical Oncologist near Tuscaloosa, AL. 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. Prasthofer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edgar Prasthofer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Prasthofer 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 Edgar Prasthofer accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Prasthofer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edgar Prasthofer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prasthofer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edgar Prasthofer?
Please contact Dr. Prasthofer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edgar Prasthofer have?
Dr. Edgar Prasthofer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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