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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thota, Medical Oncologist in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Vihitha Thota, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX. Dr. Thota is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thota’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thota’s office at (409) 747-0064.
What languages does Dr. Thota speak?
Dr. Thota and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Thota typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Thota 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. Thota. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Transverse Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C184: Malignant neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
ICD-10 Codes:
- C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Thota typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vihitha Thota 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. Thota's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thota accept my insurance?
Dr. Thota accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 747-0064 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thota accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Thota in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Thota's office located?
Dr. Vihitha Thota's Primary Practice
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555
(409) 747-0064
What is Dr. Thota's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thota's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871152785.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thota?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thota
What is Dr. Vihitha Thota's specialty?
Dr. Thota is a Medical Oncologist near Galveston, TX.
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. Vihitha Thota affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thota is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Sentara Careplex 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 Vihitha Thota accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Vihitha Thota is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vihitha Thota offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thota's office at (409) 747-0064 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vihitha Thota?
Please contact Dr. Thota's office at (409) 747-0064 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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