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Who is Dr. Prakash, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Amulya Prakash, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA. Dr. Prakash is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prakash’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prakash’s office at (717) 531-8024.
What languages does Dr. Prakash speak?
Dr. Prakash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Prakash 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. Prakash. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amulya Prakash may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prakash accept my insurance?
Dr. Prakash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 531-8024 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prakash accept in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Prakash in Hershey, PA 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 and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prakash's office located?
What is Dr. Prakash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prakash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194211672.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prakash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prakash
What is Dr. Amulya Prakash's specialty?
Dr. Prakash is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Hershey, PA.
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. Amulya Prakash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prakash is affiliated with Mission 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Amulya Prakash accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?
Yes, Dr. Amulya Prakash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amulya Prakash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (717) 531-8024 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amulya Prakash?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (717) 531-8024 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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