Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Puri, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Akshjot Puri, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Puri is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puri’s office at (602) 839-2296.
What languages does Dr. Puri speak?
Dr. Puri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Puri typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Puri 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. Puri. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Puri typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Akshjot Puri 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. Puri's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Puri accept my insurance?
Dr. Puri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 839-2296 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puri accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Puri in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Puri's office located?
What is Dr. Puri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770981490.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puri
What is Dr. Akshjot Puri's specialty?
Dr. Puri is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Houston, 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. Akshjot Puri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puri is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Akshjot Puri accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
No, Dr. Akshjot Puri is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akshjot Puri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puri's office at (602) 839-2296 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akshjot Puri?
Please contact Dr. Puri's office at (602) 839-2296 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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