19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ragam, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Geneva, IL?
Dr. Avanthi Ragam, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Geneva, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Ragam graduated from Gandhi Med College and completed her residency at Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ragam is fluent in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ragam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ragam’s office at (630) 232-0610.
Where did Dr. Ragam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Gandhi Med College
Is Dr. Ragam board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Avanthi Ragam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ragam speak?
Dr. Ragam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ragam treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ragam 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. Ragam. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does Dr. Ragam perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ragam 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. Ragam. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
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)
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
Does Dr. Ragam accept my insurance?
Dr. Ragam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 232-0610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ragam accept in Geneva, IL?
Dr. Ragam in Geneva, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ragam's office located?
What is Dr. Ragam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ragam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932355013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ragam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ragam
What is Dr. Avanthi Ragam's specialty?
Dr. Ragam is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Geneva, IL. 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. Ragam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Avanthi Ragam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ragam is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital 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 Avanthi Ragam accepting new patients in Geneva, IL?
Yes, Dr. Avanthi Ragam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Avanthi Ragam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ragam's office at (630) 232-0610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Avanthi Ragam?
Please contact Dr. Ragam's office at (630) 232-0610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Avanthi Ragam have?
Dr. Avanthi Ragam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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