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19 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Chirla, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Seaford, DE?
Dr. Suguna Chirla, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Seaford, DE with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Chirla is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chirla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chirla’s office.
Is Dr. Chirla board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Suguna Chirla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chirla speak?
Dr. Chirla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Chirla typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Chirla 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. Chirla. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Chirla typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Chirla 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. Chirla. 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
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
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)
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietary Counseling
- Nutritional Assessment
- Registered Dietitian Consultation
CPT Codes:
- 97802: Medical nutrition therapy; initial assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Compression for Arm and Hand
- Arm compression wrap
- Lymphedema arm treatment
- Multi-layer bandage arm
- Compression dressing upper limb
CPT Codes:
- 29584: Application of multi-layer compression system; upper arm, forearm, hand, and fingers
Does Dr. Chirla accept my insurance?
Dr. Chirla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chirla accept in Seaford, DE?
Dr. Chirla in Seaford, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Delaware
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chirla's office located?
What is Dr. Chirla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chirla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124105176.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chirla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chirla
What is Dr. Suguna Chirla's specialty?
Dr. Chirla is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Seaford, DE.
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. Suguna Chirla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chirla is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: TidalHealth Nanticoke. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Suguna Chirla accepting new patients in Seaford, DE?
Yes, Dr. Suguna Chirla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suguna Chirla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chirla's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suguna Chirla?
Please contact Dr. Chirla's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Suguna Chirla have?
Dr. Suguna Chirla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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