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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Giridhar, Medical Oncologist in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Karthik Giridhar, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. Dr. Giridhar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giridhar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giridhar’s office at (507) 284-2511.
What languages does Dr. Giridhar speak?
Dr. Giridhar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Giridhar typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Giridhar 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. Giridhar. 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
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Giridhar typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karthik Giridhar 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. Giridhar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Giridhar accept my insurance?
Dr. Giridhar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giridhar accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Giridhar in Rochester, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medica Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Giridhar's office located?
What is Dr. Giridhar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giridhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962778183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giridhar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giridhar
What is Dr. Karthik Giridhar's specialty?
Dr. Giridhar is a Medical Oncologist near Rochester, MN.
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. Karthik Giridhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giridhar is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In Eau Claire, Fairview Ridges Hospital, Mayo Clinic Health System Red Wing, Mayo Clinic 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 Karthik Giridhar accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Karthik Giridhar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karthik Giridhar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giridhar's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karthik Giridhar?
Please contact Dr. Giridhar's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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