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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tokala, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Hemasri Tokala, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tokala is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tokala’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tokala’s office at (269) 382-2500.
What languages does Dr. Tokala speak?
Dr. Tokala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Tokala typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Tokala 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. Tokala. 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 here.
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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Tokala typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Tokala 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. Tokala. 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 here.
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Tokala accept my insurance?
Dr. Tokala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 382-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tokala accept in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Tokala in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Life
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tokala's office located?
What is Dr. Tokala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tokala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053630749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tokala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tokala
What is Dr. Hemasri Tokala's specialty?
Dr. Tokala is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Kalamazoo, MI.
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. Hemasri Tokala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tokala is affiliated with Ascension Borgess Hospital 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hemasri Tokala accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?
Yes, Dr. Hemasri Tokala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hemasri Tokala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tokala's office at (269) 382-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hemasri Tokala?
Please contact Dr. Tokala's office at (269) 382-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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