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Who is Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Praveen Ramakrishnan Geethakumari, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari speak?
Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari 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. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari. 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:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Follicular Lymphoma
- Mycosis Fungoides
- Lymphoma
- Mycosis fungoides
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
- MCL
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma Cancer
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphoma in Organs
- NHL
- Follicular Lymphatic Cancer
- Indolent Lymphoma
- Lymphosarcoma
- Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
- CTCL
- Alibert-Bazin syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
- C8318: Mantle cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8589: Other specified types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, extranodal and solid organ sites
- C8218: Follicular lymphoma grade II, lymph nodes of multiple sites
- C8580: Other specified types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8409: Mycosis fungoides, extranodal and solid organ sites
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type 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
What procedures does Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari 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. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari. 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:
- Pentamidine Inhalation Treatment
- Pentamidine Aerosol Therapy
- PCP Prevention Inhalation
- Lung Infection Inhalation
CPT Codes:
- 94642: Aerosol inhalation of pentamidine for pneumocystis carinii pneumonia treatment or prophylaxis
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
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)
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
- Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
- Lung Volume and Airway Resistance Test
- DLCO Test
- Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
- Lung Gas Exchange Test
- Body Plethysmography
- Lung Volume Measurement
- Airway Resistance Test
CPT Codes:
- 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 94726: Plethysmography for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, airway resistance
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Freezing and Storage
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Cryopreservation
- Blood Stem Cell Storage
- Bone Marrow Stem Cell Banking
CPT Codes:
- 38207: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; cryopreservation and storage
Also known as:
- Plasma Depletion for Stem Cell Transplant
- Hematopoietic Cell Processing
- Stem Cell Volume Reduction
- Plasma Removal for Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 38214: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; plasma (volume) depletion
Also known as:
- Collecting Patient's Own Blood Stem Cells for Transplant
- Autologous Stem Cell Harvest
- Blood Stem Cell Collection
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Apheresis
CPT Codes:
- 38206: Blood-derived hematopoietic progenitor cell harvesting for transplantation, per collection; autologous
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
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:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
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:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Needle Biopsy of Abdominal or Pelvic Mass
- Percutaneous Abdominal Biopsy
- Retroperitoneal Mass Biopsy
- Abdominal Needle Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49180: Biopsy, abdominal or retroperitoneal mass, percutaneous needle
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Also known as:
- Guided Lumbar Puncture
- Guided Spinal Tap
- Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
- CT Guided Spinal Tap
- Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture
CPT Codes:
- 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance
Does Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari 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. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari's office located?
Dr. Praveen Ramakrishnan Geethakumari's Primary Practice
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 75390
Dr. Praveen Ramakrishnan Geethakumari's Practice 2
2201 Inwood Rd
Dallas, TX 75235
(214) 645-4673
What is Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205114402.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari
What is Dr. Praveen Ramakrishnan Geethakumari's specialty?
Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Dallas, TX. 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. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Praveen Ramakrishnan Geethakumari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramakrishnan Geethakumari is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth, Texas Health Denton 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 Praveen Ramakrishnan Geethakumari accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Praveen Ramakrishnan Geethakumari is accepting new patients at this time.
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