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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krishnan, Medical Oncologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Krishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishnan’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishnan’s office at (410) 955-2109.
What languages does Dr. Krishnan speak?
Dr. Krishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Krishnan treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Krishnan 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. Krishnan. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Krishnan perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan 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. Krishnan's office.
Does Dr. Krishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Krishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-2109 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krishnan accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Krishnan in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Krishnan's office located?
Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan's Primary Practice
3800 Reservoir Rd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(410) 955-2109
What is Dr. Krishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487099693.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishnan
What is Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan's specialty?
Dr. Krishnan is a Medical Oncologist near Washington, DC. 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. Contact Dr. Krishnan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krishnan is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital 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 Lakshmi Krishnan accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakshmi Krishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office at (410) 955-2109 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lakshmi Krishnan?
Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office at (410) 955-2109 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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