Dr. Gustavo Fonseca, MD
Lecanto, FL
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fonseca, Medical Oncologist in Lecanto, FL?
Dr. Gustavo Fonseca, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lecanto, FL. He has been practicing for over 33 years. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
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:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Fonseca perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Fonseca performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
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
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Department of Defense / Tricare
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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
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?
Yes, Dr. Fonseca is affiliated with HCA Florida Citrus Hospital 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
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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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