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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ananthula, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Marietta, GA?
Dr. Nikhita Ananthula, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Marietta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ananthula is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ananthula’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ananthula’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ananthula speak?
Dr. Ananthula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ananthula typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Ananthula 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. Ananthula. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Ananthula typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nikhita Ananthula may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Ananthula's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ananthula accept my insurance?
Dr. Ananthula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ananthula accept in Marietta, GA?
Dr. Ananthula in Marietta, GA 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ananthula's office located?
Dr. Nikhita Ananthula's Primary Practice
310 Kennestone Hospital Blvd
Marietta, GA 30060
What is Dr. Ananthula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ananthula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275920704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ananthula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ananthula
What is Dr. Nikhita Ananthula's specialty?
Dr. Ananthula is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Marietta, GA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Nikhita Ananthula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ananthula is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center 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 Nikhita Ananthula accepting new patients in Marietta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Nikhita Ananthula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikhita Ananthula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ananthula's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikhita Ananthula?
Please contact Dr. Ananthula's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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