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Who is Dr. Mahalingam, Medical Oncologist in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Devalingam Mahalingam, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mahalingam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mahalingam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mahalingam’s office at (210) 413-1723.
What languages does Dr. Mahalingam speak?
Dr. Mahalingam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Mahalingam typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Mahalingam 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. Mahalingam. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, 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
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Mahalingam typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Mahalingam 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. Mahalingam. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
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:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Does Dr. Mahalingam accept my insurance?
Dr. Mahalingam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 413-1723 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mahalingam accept in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Mahalingam in Lake Forest, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mahalingam's office located?
What is Dr. Mahalingam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mahalingam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164650859.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mahalingam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mahalingam
What is Dr. Devalingam Mahalingam's specialty?
Dr. Mahalingam is a Medical Oncologist near Lake Forest, IL.
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. Devalingam Mahalingam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mahalingam is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital 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
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Is Devalingam Mahalingam accepting new patients in Lake Forest, IL?
Yes, Dr. Devalingam Mahalingam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Devalingam Mahalingam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mahalingam's office at (210) 413-1723 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Devalingam Mahalingam?
Please contact Dr. Mahalingam's office at (210) 413-1723 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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