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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Njuguna, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Ndegwa Njuguna, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Njuguna is fluent in English, German, Konkani, Sinhala, Sinhalese, and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Njuguna’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Njuguna’s office at (253) 428-8700.
What languages does Dr. Njuguna speak?
Dr. Njuguna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Konkani
Sinhala
Sinhalese
Swahili
What conditions does Dr. Njuguna treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Njuguna 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. Njuguna. 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:
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
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:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
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 Dr. Njuguna perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Njuguna 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. Njuguna. 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:
- 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
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:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Njuguna accept my insurance?
Dr. Njuguna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 428-8700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Njuguna accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Njuguna in Gig Harbor, WA 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
Steward Health Choice
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Where is Dr. Njuguna's office located?
Dr. Ndegwa Njuguna's Primary Practice
11511 Canterwood Blvd Ste 45
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
(253) 428-8700
What is Dr. Njuguna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Njuguna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851577522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Njuguna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Njuguna
What is Dr. Ndegwa Njuguna's specialty?
Dr. Njuguna is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Gig Harbor, WA. 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. Njuguna to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ndegwa Njuguna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Njuguna is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, WA, St. Michael 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 Ndegwa Njuguna accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ndegwa Njuguna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ndegwa Njuguna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Njuguna's office at (253) 428-8700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ndegwa Njuguna?
Please contact Dr. Njuguna's office at (253) 428-8700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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