Oncology

We treat many of the most common cancers, including colorectal, kidney, liver, lung, skin, and stomach cancer. Our specialists use advanced imaging and genetic testing to create treatment plans tailored to each patient’s diagnosis and overall health. Through early detection, multidisciplinary care, and ongoing monitoring, we help patients achieve the best possible outcomes. 

CLS Health provides specialized care for gender-specific cancers affecting the reproductive organs. For men, this includes prostate and testicular cancer; for women, we treat breast, cervical, endometrial, and ovarian cancers. Our team coordinates every aspect of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship support to ensure personalized, compassionate care. 

Our hematology specialists diagnose and manage a wide range of blood conditions, including hemophilia, anemia, and thrombosis. We use advanced laboratory testing to identify underlying causes and create individualized treatment plans. From infusion therapies to lifestyle guidance, CLS Health helps patients manage symptoms and maintain healthy blood function. 

Early detection saves lives. CLS Health provides comprehensive cancer screenings for both men and women, including mammograms, Pap tests, colonoscopies, and low-dose CT scans for lung cancer. Our specialists also offer screenings for liver, skin, and prostate cancers, using imaging and laboratory testing to detect abnormalities early and guide preventive care. 

Our oncology team uses leading-edge therapies to treat cancer with precision and compassion. Treatments include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and hormonal therapy—often in combination for the best results. We also use targeted cancer medicines based on genetic testing to match each patient with the most effective therapy. Every plan is designed to reduce side effects, improve comfort, and maximize long-term success. 

For detailed cancer treatment information, visuals, and definitions, see the Guidelines for Treatment of Cancer by Type. 

For patients with hemophilia, anemia, and clotting disorders, CLS Health offers personalized treatments including clotting factor replacement therapy, demand-based infusion therapy, and anticoagulant medications. We also recommend compression garments to support circulation and reduce the risk of blood clots. Our goal is to help patients manage their conditions safely and maintain active, healthy lives. 

Immunotherapy is one of the most important advancements in modern cancer treatment. These therapies strengthen your body’s own immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells more effectively. At CLS Health, we use treatments such as monoclonal antibodies, T-cell therapy, and cancer vaccines to target specific cancer types—offering new hope for patients who once had limited treatment options. 

Early detection remains one of the most powerful tools in cancer prevention and survival. Our team uses advanced imaging, genetic testing, and targeted screening programs to identify cancers at their earliest—and most treatable—stages. Thanks to these breakthroughs, cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and sarcoma are now being detected sooner and treated more effectively than ever before, even in advanced stages. 

• Aetna Select
• Open Access Selects
• Elect Choice
• Aetna Open Access Elect Choice
• Aetna Choice POS II
• Managed Choice
• Open Choice PPO
• Aetna Medicare Advantage Plans

CLS Health does not accept:

• Aetna CVS Marketplace Plans

* Some providers may not accept this insurance, please call to confirm

• Superior Ambetter Core (Complete, Clear, Focused, Standard Silver and Gold)
• Superior Ambetter Value (Clear Value Silver, Focused Value Silver, CMS Standard Silver & Gold Value, Everyday Value Gold)
• Superior Ambetter Virtual (Ambetter Virtual Access Silver, CMS Standard Virtual Access Basic Silver, Ambetter Virtual Access Gold)
• Superior Health Plan CHIP*
• Superior Health Plan MAPD (Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug)
• Superior Health Plan Medicare
• Superior Health Plan MMP Medicaid*
• Superior Health Plan MMP Medicare
• Superior Health Plan STAR*
• Superior Health Plan STAR Kids*
• Superior Health Plan STAR+PLUS*

CLS Health participates in most Blue Cross Blue Shield plans including:

• Blue Choice PPO
• Blue Essentials
• Blue Essentials Access
• HealthSelect
• HealthSelect of Texas In Area
• Consumer Directed HealthSelect in Area
• HealthSelect of Texas Out of State
• Consumer Directed Health Select Out of State
• HealthSelect Secondary 65+
• Medicare Advantage HMO
• Medicare Advantage PPO
• Medicare Advantage Value HMO
• POS
• Traditional/Par Plan
• TRS-Active Care
• TRS-Care Standard
• BCBS MyBlue Health (Marketplace)

*Some providers may not accept Community Health Choice, please call to confirm

• MarketplacePremier
• Medicaid*CHIPCHIP PerinateSTAR
• Medicare AdvantageDual-Special Needs Plan (D-SNP)

CLS Health accepts most Cigna plans, including:

• Cigna HMO
• Cigna Local Plus
• Cigna Open Access Plus
• Cigna PPO

• ChoiceCare PPO
• EPO
• HMO
• HMO Premier
• Medicare Advantage Plans
• HumanaChoice - Medicare Advantage PPO plan
• Humana Gold Choice - Medicare Advantage Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plan
• Human Gold Plus - Medicare Advantage HMO & Special Needs Plan
• Military (TRICARE South Region Military Health Plan)
• POS - including Choice POS, National POS Open Access/Plus and Preferred POS Open Access.
• PPO

*Some providers may not accept United Healthcare, please call to confirm

• Commercial, HMO, POS, EPO and PPO Plans (Charter, Choice,Core, Doctors Plan, Freedon, Heritage, Navigate, Nexus ACO, Options PPO, Passport Connect, Select)
• Indemnity
• Medicare Advantage (AARP, Care Improvement Plus, C-SNP, D-SNP, I-SNP, Erickson Advantage, ERS Medicare Advantage, TRS-Care Medicare Advantage, UnitedHealthcare Chronic Complete, UnitedHealthcare Connected (Medicare-Medicaid Plan), UnitedHealthcare Dual Complete, UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage PPO, United Healthcare Medicare Complete)
• Community Plans* (CHIP, CHIP Perinate, Star, Star Kids, Star Plus, MMP)
• Wellmed (Wellmed Dual SNP Focus, Wellmed Medicare Advantage Focus)

*Some providers may not accept Wellpoint, please call to confirm

• Medicaid (All Texas Plans Including the Below)*
• CHIP
• CHIP Perinate
• STAR
• STAR+PLUS
• STAR Kids
• Medicare Advantage
• C-SNP
• D-SNP
• I-SNP
• Medicare Advantage HMO
• Medicare-Medicaid (MMP)
• Medicare-Medicaid Program (MMP)
• STAR+PLUS MMP

*Some providers may not accept insurance, please call to confirm

PPO Networks

• Beechstreet PPO
• Carnival Cruise Lines PPO
• Envolve Benefit Options Vision-PPO, HMO
• First Health
• Curative/First Health
• Galaxy Health Network
• HealthSmart Preferred Care
• Accel
• Healthsmart Payors Organization
• Multiplan PPO
• Tricare (Humana) PPO/Prime

Employer-Specific Plans

• Brazoria County Employees – Aetna TPA Brazoria County Employees

Workers’ Compensation Plans

• Workers’ Comp
• Auto & Workers’ Comp

Medicare and Medicare Advantage

• Medicare Traditional
• Medicare Advantage
• Memorial Hermann Health Solutions Commercial and Medicare
• Molina Medicare Complete Care HMO SNP
• Medicare-Medicaid Program (MMP)
• STAR+PLUS MMP
• Alignment Health Plan
• AllyAlign Health
• American Health Plans
• Florida Complete Care
• Gold Kidney Health Plan
• Imperial Health
• Independent Health
• Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington
• Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Colorado
• Mass Advantage
• Presbyterian Health Plan
• PriorityHealth
• Provider Partners
• SCAN
• UCare
• Vantage Health Plan
• Verda Healthcare
• Zing Health

Medicaid and CHIP Programs

• Molina Healthcare* (Marketplace, Medicaid, CHIP, CHIP Perinate, STAR, STAR Kids, STAR+PLUS)
• Texas Children's Health Plans*
• TMHP (Traditional Medicaid) Traditional Medicaid

Specialty Plans

• VA Community Cares Network CCN

Oncology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer. Oncologists specialize in different types of cancer treatments, such: 

• Chemotherapy 
• Radiation 
• Immunotherapy 

There are over 100 types of cancer. Some of the most common include breast cancer, lung cancer, colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, skin cancer (melanoma), and leukemia. Each type has unique causes, risk factors, and treatments. 

Here are some specific symptoms to watch for in common types of cancer: 

• Breast Cancer: Lump in the breast, changes in breast size or shape, nipple discharge 
• Lung Cancer: Persistent cough, shortness of breath, chest pain    
• Colon Cancer: Blood in the stool, changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain 
• Prostate Cancer: Difficulty urinating, pain or burning during urination    
• Skin Cancer: Changes in moles, new growths, sores that don't heal 
• Ovarian Cancer: Bloating, abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding 

Treatment is more likely to be successful with early detection. 

Risk factors for Hodgkin’s Lymphoma include: 

• A weakened immune system 
• Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection 
• Family history 
• Being between the ages of 15–40 or over 55 

Hodgkin’s Lymphoma is more common in males than females. 

Hodgkin’s lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma are two types of blood cancer that affect the lymphatic system. The key difference is the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells, which are only found in Hodgkin’s lymphoma. 

Hodgkin’s lymphoma is more common in two age groups: young adults (ages 20-30) and adults over 55. It spreads in a predictable pattern and accounts for about 15% of all lymphoma cases.  

Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, which makes up the remaining 85%, primarily affects older adults and spreads more unpredictably. 

Both types require a tissue biopsy for diagnosis. Treatment options vary based on the type and stage of the disease and may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or targeted immunotherapies. In general, Hodgkin’s lymphoma has a higher cure rate compared to Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. 

Melanoma is diagnosed through: 

• Physical skin exam 
• Dermoscopy (skin imaging) 
• Biopsy of suspicious moles or lesions 

Additional imaging tests or lymph node biopsies may be used to determine if the cancer has spread. 

You may be at risk for anemia if you have cancer, a chronic illness, heavy menstrual bleeding, a poor diet, or certain genetic conditions. Symptoms include: 

• Fatigue 
• Weakness 
• Pale skin 

Blood tests can help diagnose anemia. 

Melanoma is diagnosed through: 

• Physical skin exam 
• Dermoscopy (skin imaging) 
• Biopsy of suspicious moles or lesions 

Additional imaging tests or lymph node biopsies may be used to determine if the cancer has spread. 

Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells or stop them from growing. It can be administered in different ways, including intravenously (IV), orally (pills), injections, or directly into a specific body area. 

The frequency of chemotherapy depends on the type and stage of cancer, the specific drugs used, and your treatment plan. It can be given daily, weekly, or in cycles with rest periods to allow your body to recover. 

You can lower your cancer risk by: 

• Maintaining a healthy diet 
• Exercising regularly 
• Avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol 
• Protecting your skin from UV exposure 
• Staying up to date on screenings 
• Getting recommended vaccinations (such as the HPV vaccine)