Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akunyili, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Gettysburg, PA?
Dr. Ikechukwu Akunyili, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Gettysburg, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Akunyili completed his residency at Howard University Hospital. Dr. Akunyili is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akunyili’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akunyili’s office at (717) 339-2560.
Where did Dr. Akunyili go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Jackson Memorial Hospital
Residency: Howard University Hospital
Medical School: University of Nigeria
Is Dr. Akunyili board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ikechukwu Akunyili, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akunyili speak?
Dr. Akunyili and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Akunyili treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Akunyili 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. Akunyili. 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.
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
What procedures does Dr. Akunyili perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Akunyili 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. Akunyili. 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.
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:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Akunyili accept my insurance?
Dr. Akunyili accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 339-2560 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akunyili accept in Gettysburg, PA?
Dr. Akunyili in Gettysburg, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Affinity Health Plan
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akunyili's office located?
Dr. Ikechukwu Akunyili's Primary Practice
40 V Twin Dr Ste 104
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(717) 339-2560
What is Dr. Akunyili's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akunyili's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851564207.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akunyili?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akunyili
What is Dr. Ikechukwu Akunyili's specialty?
Dr. Akunyili is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Gettysburg, PA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Akunyili to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ikechukwu Akunyili affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akunyili is affiliated with WellSpan York 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Ikechukwu Akunyili accepting new patients in Gettysburg, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ikechukwu Akunyili is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ikechukwu Akunyili offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akunyili's office at (717) 339-2560 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ikechukwu Akunyili?
Please contact Dr. Akunyili's office at (717) 339-2560 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ikechukwu Akunyili have?
Dr. Ikechukwu Akunyili is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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