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Dr. Himachandana Atluri, MD

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Atluri, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Himachandana Atluri, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Atluri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atluri’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atluri’s office at (314) 362-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Atluri speak?

    Dr. Atluri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Atluri treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Atluri 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. Atluri. 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:

    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Relapse
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
    • Hairy Cell Leukemia
    • Acute Leukemia
    • Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Leukemia
    • Hairy Cell Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Acute promyelocytic leukemia
    • AML Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia
    • CML
    • Chronic myelogenous leukemia
    • Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
    • AML Leukemia in Relapse
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Relapse
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Relapse
    • AML Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
    • HCL
    • Leukemic reticuloendotheliosis
    • B-cell lymphoproliferative disorder
    • Acute Blood Cancer
    • Undifferentiated Acute Leukemia
    • Fast-growing Blood Cancer
    • APL Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia M3
    • Promyelocytic Leukemia
    • ALL Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Childhood Leukemia in Remission

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
    • C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
    • C9202: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in relapse
    • C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
    • C9140: Hairy cell leukemia not having achieved remission
    • C9500: Acute leukemia of unspecified cell type not having achieved remission
    • C9240: Acute promyelocytic leukemia, not having achieved remission
    • C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission

    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:

    • Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Acquired Antibody Deficiency
    • Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia

    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:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia from Chemotherapy
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Chemo-induced anemia
    • Low red blood cell count from cancer treatment
    • Anemia due to cancer drugs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • D6481: Anemia due to antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
    • Cancer
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Connective Tissue Cancer
    • Soft Tissue Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Types of Pancytopenia
    • Blood Disorder
    • Rare pancytopenia
    • Uncommon low blood counts
    • Bone marrow failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D61818: Other pancytopenia

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal cancer
    • Kidney carcinoma
    • Renal cell carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis

    What procedures does Dr. Atluri perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Atluri 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. Atluri. 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

    Also known as:

    • Declotting of Vascular Access Device
    • Catheter declotting
    • Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
    • Blocked port-a-cath treatment
    • Vascular access device unblocking

    CPT Codes:

    • 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter

    Does Dr. Atluri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Atluri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Atluri accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Atluri in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Atluri's office located?

    Dr. Himachandana Atluri's Primary Practice

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

    (314) 362-5000

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    Dr. Himachandana Atluri's Practice 2

    676 N Saint Clair St Ste 850

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    Dr. Himachandana Atluri's Practice 3

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 463

    Houston, TX 77030

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    What is Dr. Atluri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Atluri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932629003.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atluri?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atluri

    What is Dr. Himachandana Atluri's specialty?

    Dr. Atluri is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Saint Louis, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Atluri to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Himachandana Atluri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Atluri is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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

    Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

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    Is Himachandana Atluri accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Himachandana Atluri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Himachandana Atluri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Atluri's office at (314) 362-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Himachandana Atluri?

    Please contact Dr. Atluri's office at (314) 362-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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