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Dr. Seema Laxminarayana Rao, MD
Reno, NV
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Reno, NV?
Dr. Seema Laxminarayana Rao, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Rao is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (775) 982-5262.
Is Dr. Rao board certified as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Seema Laxminarayana Rao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Rao treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Relapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9202: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in relapse
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Pineal Gland Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Malignant Pineal Tumor
- Pineal Gland Neoplasm
- Pinealoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C753: Malignant neoplasm of pineal gland
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
What procedures does Dr. Rao perform?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Bone Marrow Aspiration
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Marrow Aspiration
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Test
- Bone Marrow Sample
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38220: Diagnostic bone marrow; aspiration(s)
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
- Spinal tap
- CSF analysis
- Diagnostic lumbar puncture
- Cerebrospinal fluid collection
CPT Codes:
- 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 982-5262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Reno, NV?
Dr. Rao in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Molina
Northern Trust
Renown Health / Hometown Health
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
Dr. Seema Laxminarayana Rao's Primary Practice
1155 Mill St # M14
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 982-5262
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568666717.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Seema Laxminarayana Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Reno, NV. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Rao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Seema Laxminarayana Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Seema Laxminarayana Rao accepting new patients in Reno, NV?
Yes, Dr. Seema Laxminarayana Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Seema Laxminarayana Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (775) 982-5262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Seema Laxminarayana Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (775) 982-5262 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Seema Laxminarayana Rao have?
Dr. Seema Laxminarayana Rao is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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