Dr. Romy Thekkekara, MD
Duluth, MN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thekkekara, Medical Oncologist in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Romy Thekkekara, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Duluth, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thekkekara is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thekkekara’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thekkekara’s office at (218) 786-8364.
What languages does Dr. Thekkekara speak?
Dr. Thekkekara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Thekkekara treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Thekkekara 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. Thekkekara. 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.
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
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:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
What procedures does Dr. Thekkekara perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Thekkekara 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. Thekkekara. 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.
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
Does Dr. Thekkekara accept my insurance?
Dr. Thekkekara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 786-8364 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thekkekara accept in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Thekkekara in Duluth, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
HealthComp
HealthPartners
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thekkekara's office located?
What is Dr. Thekkekara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thekkekara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770915605.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thekkekara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thekkekara
What is Dr. Romy Thekkekara's specialty?
Dr. Thekkekara is a Medical Oncologist near Duluth, MN. 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. Contact Dr. Thekkekara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Romy Thekkekara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thekkekara is affiliated with Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center - Duluth, Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center - Duluth 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
Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?
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Is Romy Thekkekara accepting new patients in Duluth, MN?
Yes, Dr. Romy Thekkekara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Romy Thekkekara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thekkekara's office at (218) 786-8364 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Romy Thekkekara?
Please contact Dr. Thekkekara's office at (218) 786-8364 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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