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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhatia, Hematologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Ravi Bhatia, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Bhatia completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Hematology/Oncology; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine. Dr. Bhatia is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhatia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhatia’s office at (626) 256-4673.
Where did Dr. Bhatia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Hematology/Oncology; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhatia speak?
Dr. Bhatia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Hematologist like Dr. Bhatia typically treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Bhatia 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. Bhatia. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
- Myelogenous Leukemia
- Myeloid Blood Cancer
- Leukemia of Myeloid Cells
- CML Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- BCR/ABL-Positive CML in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
- C9290: Myeloid leukemia, unspecified, not having achieved remission
- C9211: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, in remission
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Bhatia typically perform?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Bhatia 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. Bhatia. 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 here.
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
Does Dr. Bhatia accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhatia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 256-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhatia accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Bhatia in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Bhatia's office located?
What is Dr. Bhatia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhatia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326059700.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhatia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhatia
What is Dr. Ravi Bhatia's specialty?
Dr. Bhatia is a Hematologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Hematologist do?
An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma.
Is this Dr. Ravi Bhatia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhatia is affiliated with Uab 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
When to see a Hematologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ravi Bhatia accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ravi Bhatia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ravi Bhatia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhatia's office at (626) 256-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ravi Bhatia?
Please contact Dr. Bhatia's office at (626) 256-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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