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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Unni, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Nisha Unni, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Unni is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unni’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Unni’s office at (214) 645-4673.
Is Dr. Unni board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Unni, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Unni speak?
Dr. Unni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Unni typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Unni 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. Unni. 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Unni typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Unni 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. Unni. 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.
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
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:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Shunt Puncture for Fluid or Medicine
- Shunt aspiration
- Shunt injection
- Reservoir tap
- Ventricular shunt access
CPT Codes:
- 61070: Puncture of shunt tubing or reservoir for aspiration or injection procedure
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Does Dr. Unni accept my insurance?
Dr. Unni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Unni accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Unni in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Unni's office located?
What is Dr. Unni's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Unni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366619579.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Unni?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Unni
What is Dr. Nisha Unni's specialty?
Dr. Unni is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Dallas, TX.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Nisha Unni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Unni is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Shannon Medical Center, Texas Health Frisco which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Nisha Unni accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Unni is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nisha Unni offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Unni's office at (214) 645-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nisha Unni?
Please contact Dr. Unni's office at (214) 645-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nisha Unni have?
Dr. Nisha Unni is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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