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Who is Dr. Nayak, Medical Oncologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Lakshmi Nayak, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Nayak is currently affiliated with Brigham And Womens Hospital. Dr. Nayak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nayak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nayak’s office at (617) 632-2166.
Is Dr. Nayak board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Nayak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Nayak speak?
Dr. Nayak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Nayak typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Nayak 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. Nayak. 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:
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphoma in Organs
- NHL
- PCNSL
- Brain Lymphoma
- Spinal Cord Lymphoma
- CNS Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8589: Other specified types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites
- C83390: Primary central nervous system lymphoma
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Nayak typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Nayak 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. Nayak. 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
Does Dr. Nayak accept my insurance?
Dr. Nayak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-2166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nayak accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Nayak in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nayak's office located?
What is Dr. Nayak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nayak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891953196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nayak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nayak
What is Dr. Lakshmi Nayak's specialty?
Dr. Nayak is a Medical Oncologist near Boston, MA.
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. Lakshmi Nayak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nayak is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. 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 Lakshmi Nayak accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Nayak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakshmi Nayak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nayak's office at (617) 632-2166 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lakshmi Nayak?
Please contact Dr. Nayak's office at (617) 632-2166 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lakshmi Nayak have?
Dr. Lakshmi Nayak is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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