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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ashok Kumar, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Prashanth Ashok Kumar is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Ashok Kumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ashok Kumar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ashok Kumar’s office at (202) 677-6903.
What languages does Dr. Ashok Kumar speak?
Dr. Ashok Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ashok Kumar typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ashok Kumar 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. Ashok Kumar. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right 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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ashok Kumar typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ashok Kumar 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. Ashok Kumar. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Ashok Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Ashok Kumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 677-6903 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ashok Kumar accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Ashok Kumar in Washington, DC 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ashok Kumar's office located?
Dr. Prashanth Ashok Kumar's Primary Practice
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 677-6903
What is Dr. Ashok Kumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ashok Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245726371.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ashok Kumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ashok Kumar
What is Dr. Prashanth Ashok Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Ashok Kumar is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Washington, DC.
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. Prashanth Ashok Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ashok Kumar is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Prashanth Ashok Kumar accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Prashanth Ashok Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prashanth Ashok Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ashok Kumar's office at (202) 677-6903 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prashanth Ashok Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Ashok Kumar's office at (202) 677-6903 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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