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Dr. Nikhil Shukla, MD
Indianapolis, IN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shukla, Medical Oncologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Nikhil Shukla, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shukla is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shukla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shukla’s office at (317) 355-5870.
What languages does Dr. Shukla speak?
Dr. Shukla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Shukla typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Shukla 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. Shukla. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Shukla typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nikhil Shukla 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. Shukla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shukla accept my insurance?
Dr. Shukla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 355-5870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shukla accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Shukla in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CommuniCare Health Services
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
SIHO Holding
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shukla's office located?
340 Community Neurosurgery
1400 N Ritter Ave Ste 340
Indianapolis, IN 46219
(317) 355-5870
What is Dr. Shukla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shukla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740667369.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shukla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shukla
What is Dr. Nikhil Shukla's specialty?
Dr. Shukla is a Medical Oncologist near Indianapolis, IN.
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. Nikhil Shukla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shukla is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Community Hospital South, Hancock Regional Hospital, Columbus Regional 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
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Is Nikhil Shukla accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Nikhil Shukla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikhil Shukla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shukla's office at (317) 355-5870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikhil Shukla?
Please contact Dr. Shukla's office at (317) 355-5870 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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