Dr. Gustavo Fonseca, MD
Lecanto, FL
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Fonseca, Medical Oncologist in Lecanto, FL?
Dr. Gustavo Fonseca, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lecanto, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Fonseca completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Medical Oncology; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fonseca is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fonseca’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fonseca’s office at (352) 787-9448.
Where did Dr. Fonseca go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Medical Oncology; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Del Norte, Fac De Med, Barranquilla, Colombia | University of The North / Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fonseca speak?
Dr. Fonseca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fonseca treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Fonseca 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. Fonseca. 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
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Low White Blood Cell Count from Chemotherapy
- Blood Disorder
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
- Chemotherapy-induced agranulocytosis
- Neutropenia from cancer treatment
- Severe white blood cell deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
- D701: Agranulocytosis secondary to cancer 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
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
Which procedures does Dr. Fonseca perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gustavo Fonseca 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. Fonseca's office.
Does Dr. Fonseca accept my insurance?
Dr. Fonseca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 787-9448 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fonseca accept in Lecanto, FL?
Dr. Fonseca in Lecanto, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fonseca's office located?
Dr. Gustavo Fonseca's Primary Practice
521 N Lecanto Hwy Fl Cancer
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 787-9448
Dr. Gustavo Fonseca's Practice 2
601 E Dixie Ave Ste 1001
Leesburg, FL 34748
(352) 787-9448
What is Dr. Fonseca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fonseca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063478766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fonseca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fonseca
What is Dr. Gustavo Fonseca's specialty?
Dr. Fonseca is a Medical Oncologist near Lecanto, FL. 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. Fonseca to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gustavo Fonseca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fonseca is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Tampa General Hospital Crystal River. 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 Gustavo Fonseca accepting new patients in Lecanto, FL?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Fonseca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gustavo Fonseca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fonseca's office at (352) 787-9448 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Fonseca?
Please contact Dr. Fonseca's office at (352) 787-9448 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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