AL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lowe, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Avanka Lowe, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lowe is fluent in English, Sinhala, and Sinhalese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lowe’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lowe’s office at (520) 626-1069.
What languages does Dr. Lowe speak?
Dr. Lowe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Sinhala
Sinhalese
What conditions does Dr. Lowe treat?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lowe 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. Lowe. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma
- Scalp Melanoma
- Neck Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Scalp
- Skin Cancer of Neck
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
- Left Arm Melanoma
- Left Shoulder Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Left Arm
- Left Upper Limb Melanoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
- C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Abnormal cardiac scan
- Unusual heart test results
- Abnormal coronary imaging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Acquired Heart Septal Defect
- Heart Disease
- Hole in the heart (acquired)
- Cardiac septal defect
- Acquired heart defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- I510: Cardiac septal defect, acquired
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
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:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Which procedures does Dr. Lowe perform as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Avanka Lowe may include:
- Abdominal Nuclear Medicine Study
- Brain Perfusion Scan
- Gastric Emptying Scan
- Glucose Metabolic Imaging - FDG
- Hepatobiliary Imaging
- Iodine Treatment
- Nuclear Medicine Consultation
- Nuclear Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lowe's office.
Does Dr. Lowe accept my insurance?
Dr. Lowe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 626-1069 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lowe accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Lowe in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Lowe's office located?
What is Dr. Lowe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lowe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790131159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lowe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lowe
What is Dr. Avanka Lowe's specialty?
Dr. Lowe is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ. Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones. Contact Dr. Lowe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Avanka Lowe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lowe is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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
Where can I learn more about Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
Explore Nuclear Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Avanka Lowe accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Avanka Lowe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Avanka Lowe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lowe's office at (520) 626-1069 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Avanka Lowe?
Please contact Dr. Lowe's office at (520) 626-1069 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Nuclear Medicine Specialist Near Tucson, AZ
LG
Nuclear Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Lisa Gobar, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified.
Tucson, AZ
PD
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Phillip Dattilo, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. He has been practicing for over 60 years and is board certified.
Tucson, AZ
CG
Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
Accepting patientsDr. Christopher Gilles, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology and American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
Tucson, AZ