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Dr. David Close, MD

Oncology
4.5 (13)
Map Pin Small Lubbock, TX
Accepting new patients
51 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. David Close, MD

Dr. David Close, MD is an Oncology Specialist in Lubbock, TX. They specialize in Oncology, has 51 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of Colorado School of Medicine and is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center, Covenant Hospital Plainview and Covenant Childrens Hospital.

Dr. Close works at Joe Arrington Cancer Research and Treatment Center in Lubbock, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Breast Cancer, Anemia and Secondary Malignancies along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Close's Office Locations

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    Joe Arrington Cancer Research and Treatment Center
    4101 22nd Pl, Lubbock, TX 79410 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (806) 725-8000
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Sunday
    08:00 - 17:00

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  • Covenant Medical Center
  • Covenant Hospital Plainview
  • Covenant Childrens Hospital

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    About Dr. David Close, MD

    Specialties
    • Oncology
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    Years of Experience
    • 51 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1326002130
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Baylor Affil Hosps
    Fellowship
    Residency
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    Residency
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    • Baylor Affil Hosps
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Colorado School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
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    Dr. David Close, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Close is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Close has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Close works at Joe Arrington Cancer Research and Treatment Center in Lubbock, TX. View the full address on Dr. Close’s profile.

    Dr. Close has seen patients for Breast Cancer, Anemia and Secondary Malignancies, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Close on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    13 patients have reviewed Dr. Close. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Close.

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