Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhou, Medical Oncologist in Modesto, CA?
Dr. Ming Zhou, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zhou graduated from Xuzhou Medical Collage, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China and completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zhou is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhou’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhou’s office at (209) 524-1211.
Where did Dr. Zhou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | The Brooklyn Hospital Center | Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program
Medical School: Xuzhou Medical Collage, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China | Xuzhou Medical Collage, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, China
Is Dr. Zhou board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Ming Zhou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zhou speak?
Dr. Zhou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Zhou typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Zhou 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. Zhou. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Zhou typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Zhou 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. Zhou. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Zhou accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 524-1211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhou accept in Modesto, CA?
Dr. Zhou in Modesto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhou's office located?
What is Dr. Zhou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619933850.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhou
What is Dr. Ming Zhou's specialty?
Dr. Zhou is a Medical Oncologist near Modesto, CA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ming Zhou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhou is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Ming Zhou accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ming Zhou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ming Zhou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhou's office at (209) 524-1211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ming Zhou?
Please contact Dr. Zhou's office at (209) 524-1211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ming Zhou have?
Dr. Ming Zhou is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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