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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Panati, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Swetha Panati, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Panati is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Panati’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Panati’s office at (361) 861-9760.
Is Dr. Panati board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Swetha Panati, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Panati speak?
Dr. Panati and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Panati typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Panati 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. Panati. 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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Panati typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Panati 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. Panati. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
- Vascular embolization
- Artery occlusion for tumors
- Organ ischemia embolization
- Therapeutic embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction
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)
Does Dr. Panati accept my insurance?
Dr. Panati accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 861-9760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Panati accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Panati in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Panati's office located?
Dr. Swetha Panati's Primary Practice
1415 Santa Fe St
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 861-9760
What is Dr. Panati's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Panati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992934228.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Panati?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Panati
What is Dr. Swetha Panati's specialty?
Dr. Panati is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Corpus Christi, TX.
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. Swetha Panati affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Panati is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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
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Is Swetha Panati accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Swetha Panati is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Swetha Panati offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Panati's office at (361) 861-9760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Swetha Panati?
Please contact Dr. Panati's office at (361) 861-9760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Swetha Panati have?
Dr. Swetha Panati is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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