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Who is Dr. Thirukonda, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Lagrange, GA?
Dr. Venu Thirukonda, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Lagrange, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thirukonda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thirukonda’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thirukonda’s office at (706) 812-2426.
What languages does Dr. Thirukonda speak?
Dr. Thirukonda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thirukonda treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Thirukonda 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. Thirukonda. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
What procedures does Dr. Thirukonda perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Thirukonda 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. Thirukonda. 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 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)
Does Dr. Thirukonda accept my insurance?
Dr. Thirukonda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 812-2426 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thirukonda accept in Lagrange, GA?
Dr. Thirukonda in Lagrange, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Georgia
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thirukonda's office located?
What is Dr. Thirukonda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thirukonda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548455900.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thirukonda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thirukonda
What is Dr. Venu Thirukonda's specialty?
Dr. Thirukonda is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Lagrange, GA. 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. Thirukonda to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Venu Thirukonda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thirukonda is affiliated with Wellstar West Georgia 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 Venu Thirukonda accepting new patients in Lagrange, GA?
Yes, Dr. Venu Thirukonda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venu Thirukonda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thirukonda's office at (706) 812-2426 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venu Thirukonda?
Please contact Dr. Thirukonda's office at (706) 812-2426 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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