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Dr. Derrick Spell, MD

Hematology & Oncology*
4.5 (13)
Map Pin Small Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Derrick Spell, MD

Dr. Derrick Spell, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Spell, completed a residency at Earl K Long Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Spell an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Spell works at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Baton Rouge in Baton Rouge, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Breast Cancer and Breast Lump along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept 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. Spell's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Baton Rouge
    4950 Essen Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (225) 767-0847
    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
  2. 2
    Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at Woman’s Hospital
    500 Rue de la Vie St, Baton Rouge, LA 70817 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (225) 215-7100

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  • Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center

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    About Dr. Derrick Spell, MD

    Specialties*
    • Hematology & Oncology

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1649291667
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Earl K Long Medical Center
    Residency
    Board Certifications
    • Medical Oncology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Derrick Spell, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Spell is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Spell works at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Baton Rouge in Baton Rouge, LA. View the full address on Dr. Spell’s profile.

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

    13 patients have reviewed Dr. Spell. 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. Spell.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Spell, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Spell appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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