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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Keerty, Medical Oncologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Dinesh Keerty, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Keerty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Keerty’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Keerty’s office at (813) 745-4673.
What languages does Dr. Keerty speak?
Dr. Keerty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Keerty typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Keerty 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. Keerty. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Keerty typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh Keerty 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. Keerty's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Keerty accept my insurance?
Dr. Keerty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 745-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Keerty accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Keerty in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Keerty's office located?
What is Dr. Keerty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Keerty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164785291.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Keerty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Keerty
What is Dr. Dinesh Keerty's specialty?
Dr. Keerty is a Medical Oncologist near Shreveport, LA.
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. Dinesh Keerty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Keerty is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Hca Florida Oak Hill 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dinesh Keerty accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Dinesh Keerty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dinesh Keerty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Keerty's office at (813) 745-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dinesh Keerty?
Please contact Dr. Keerty's office at (813) 745-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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