15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunturu, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New Britain, CT?
Dr. Krishna Gunturu, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in New Britain, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Gunturu is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunturu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunturu’s office at (781) 744-8000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gunturu?
Dr. Krishna Gunturu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Gunturu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hematology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Britain/CT community, Dr. Gunturu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Gunturu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rangaraya Med College
Is Dr. Gunturu board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Krishna Gunturu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gunturu speak?
Dr. Gunturu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Gunturu treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Gunturu 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. Gunturu. 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:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Pulmonary cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
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:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does Dr. Gunturu perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Gunturu 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. Gunturu. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
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. Gunturu accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunturu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 744-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunturu accept in New Britain, CT?
Dr. Gunturu in New Britain, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
CarePartners of Connecticut
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Connecticut
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gunturu's office located?
Dr. Krishna Gunturu's Primary Practice
183 N Mountain Rd
New Britain, CT 06053
(781) 744-8000
Dr. Krishna Gunturu's Practice 2
201 N Mountain Rd Ste 202
Plainville, CT 06062
(860) 224-4408
What is Dr. Gunturu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunturu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699881037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunturu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunturu
What is Dr. Krishna Gunturu's specialty?
Dr. Gunturu is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New Britain, CT. 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. Gunturu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Krishna Gunturu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunturu is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & 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 Krishna Gunturu accepting new patients in New Britain, CT?
Yes, Dr. Krishna Gunturu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krishna Gunturu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunturu's office at (781) 744-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Krishna Gunturu?
Please contact Dr. Gunturu's office at (781) 744-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Krishna Gunturu have?
Dr. Krishna Gunturu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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