32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chinnasami, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in High Point, NC?
Dr. Bernard Chinnasami, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in High Point, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Chinnasami graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Pinnaclehlth Sys-Polyclinic, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chinnasami is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chinnasami’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chinnasami’s office at (336) 781-4080.
Where did Dr. Chinnasami go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Pinnaclehlth Sys-Polyclinic, Internal Medicine | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Dr M.G.R. Medical University / Madras Medical College | Ohio State University / College of Medicine | Madras Med College
What languages does Dr. Chinnasami speak?
Dr. Chinnasami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chinnasami treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Chinnasami 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. Chinnasami. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Colon Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
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:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer
- Malignant Cervical Tumor
- Cervical Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- C539: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Refractory Anemia
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anemia that doesn't respond to treatment
- Chronic anemia
- MDS-RA
ICD-10 Codes:
- D464: Refractory anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Which procedures does Dr. Chinnasami perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bernard Chinnasami 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chinnasami's office.
Does Dr. Chinnasami accept my insurance?
Dr. Chinnasami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 781-4080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chinnasami accept in High Point, NC?
Dr. Chinnasami in High Point, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chinnasami's office located?
Dr. Bernard Chinnasami's Primary Practice
302 Westwood Ave
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 781-4080
What is Dr. Chinnasami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chinnasami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821017021.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chinnasami?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chinnasami
What is Dr. Bernard Chinnasami's specialty?
Dr. Chinnasami is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near High Point, NC. 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. Chinnasami to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bernard Chinnasami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chinnasami is affiliated with High Point Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Bernard Chinnasami accepting new patients in High Point, NC?
Yes, Dr. Bernard Chinnasami is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bernard Chinnasami offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chinnasami's office at (336) 781-4080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bernard Chinnasami?
Please contact Dr. Chinnasami's office at (336) 781-4080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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