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Who is Dr. Draksharam, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Abilene, TX?
Dr. Padma Draksharam, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Abilene, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Draksharam is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, Tamil, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Draksharam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Draksharam’s office at (979) 297-6401.
What languages does Dr. Draksharam speak?
Dr. Draksharam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Tamil
Telugu
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Draksharam typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Draksharam 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. Draksharam. 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
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- 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
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Draksharam typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Padma Draksharam 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. Draksharam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Draksharam accept my insurance?
Dr. Draksharam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (979) 297-6401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Draksharam accept in Abilene, TX?
Dr. Draksharam in Abilene, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Auxiant
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Draksharam's office located?
Dr. Padma Draksharam's Primary Practice
1957 Antilley Rd
Abilene, TX 79606
(979) 297-6401
What is Dr. Draksharam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Draksharam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851638357.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Draksharam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Draksharam
What is Dr. Padma Draksharam's specialty?
Dr. Draksharam is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Abilene, TX.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Padma Draksharam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Draksharam is affiliated with Shannon Medical Center, Hendrick Medical Center, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Padma Draksharam accepting new patients in Abilene, TX?
Yes, Dr. Padma Draksharam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Padma Draksharam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Draksharam's office at (979) 297-6401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Padma Draksharam?
Please contact Dr. Draksharam's office at (979) 297-6401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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