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Dr. Kavya Kannamma Kannan, MD
Winston Salem, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kannan, Medical Oncologist in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Kavya Kannamma Kannan, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kannan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kannan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kannan’s office at (805) 879-0670.
What languages does Dr. Kannan speak?
Dr. Kannan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kannan typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Kannan 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. Kannan. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kannan typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kavya Kannamma Kannan 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. Kannan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kannan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kannan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 879-0670 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kannan accept in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Kannan in Winston Salem, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kannan's office located?
Dr. Kavya Kannamma Kannan's Primary Practice
1010 Bethesda Ct
Winston Salem, NC 27103
(805) 879-0670
What is Dr. Kannan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kannan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225485964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kannan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kannan
What is Dr. Kavya Kannamma Kannan's specialty?
Dr. Kannan is a Medical Oncologist near Winston Salem, NC.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Kavya Kannamma Kannan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kannan is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center 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
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Is Kavya Kannamma Kannan accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?
Yes, Dr. Kavya Kannamma Kannan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kavya Kannamma Kannan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kannan's office at (805) 879-0670 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kavya Kannamma Kannan?
Please contact Dr. Kannan's office at (805) 879-0670 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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