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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kushwah, Medical Oncologist in Lewes, DE?
Dr. Akanksha Kushwah, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lewes, DE with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kushwah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kushwah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kushwah’s office at (484) 628-0872.
What languages does Dr. Kushwah speak?
Dr. Kushwah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kushwah typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Kushwah 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. Kushwah. 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 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kushwah typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Akanksha Kushwah may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Kushwah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kushwah accept my insurance?
Dr. Kushwah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 628-0872 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kushwah accept in Lewes, DE?
Dr. Kushwah in Lewes, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kushwah's office located?
What is Dr. Kushwah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kushwah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750933925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kushwah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kushwah
What is Dr. Akanksha Kushwah's specialty?
Dr. Kushwah is a Medical Oncologist near Lewes, DE.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Akanksha Kushwah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kushwah is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Tidalhealth Nanticoke 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Akanksha Kushwah accepting new patients in Lewes, DE?
Yes, Dr. Akanksha Kushwah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akanksha Kushwah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kushwah's office at (484) 628-0872 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akanksha Kushwah?
Please contact Dr. Kushwah's office at (484) 628-0872 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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