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Who is Dr. Batra, Medical Oncologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Kumar Batra, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Batra is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Batra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Batra’s office at (312) 864-0200.
What languages does Dr. Batra speak?
Dr. Batra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Batra typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Batra 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. Batra. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Batra typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kumar Batra may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Batra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Batra accept my insurance?
Dr. Batra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 864-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Batra accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Batra in Chicago, IL 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Batra's office located?
What is Dr. Batra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Batra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770891566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Batra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Batra
What is Dr. Kumar Batra's specialty?
Dr. Batra is a Medical Oncologist near Chicago, 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. Kumar Batra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Batra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Of Cook County, Provident Hospital Of Cook County, Oak Forest Hospital. 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Oncologist. Explore 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 Kumar Batra accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Kumar Batra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kumar Batra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Batra's office at (312) 864-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kumar Batra?
Please contact Dr. Batra's office at (312) 864-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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