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Who is Dr. Balakrishna, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Medford, OR?
Dr. Pragathi Balakrishna, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Medford, OR with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Balakrishna is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balakrishna’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balakrishna’s office at (541) 774-5853.
What languages does Dr. Balakrishna speak?
Dr. Balakrishna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Balakrishna treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Balakrishna 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. Balakrishna. 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
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Which procedures does Dr. Balakrishna perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pragathi Balakrishna 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. Balakrishna's office.
Does Dr. Balakrishna accept my insurance?
Dr. Balakrishna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 774-5853 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balakrishna accept in Medford, OR?
Dr. Balakrishna in Medford, OR 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
CalPERS
Cambia (Regence)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
Moda Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balakrishna's office located?
Dr. Pragathi Balakrishna's Primary Practice
2825 E Barnett Rd
Medford, OR 97504
(541) 774-5853
What is Dr. Balakrishna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balakrishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295112118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balakrishna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balakrishna
What is Dr. Pragathi Balakrishna's specialty?
Dr. Balakrishna is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Medford, OR. 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. Balakrishna to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pragathi Balakrishna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balakrishna is affiliated with Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center, Sky Lakes Medical Center, Asante Ashland Community Hospital 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 Pragathi Balakrishna accepting new patients in Medford, OR?
Yes, Dr. Pragathi Balakrishna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pragathi Balakrishna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishna's office at (541) 774-5853 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pragathi Balakrishna?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishna's office at (541) 774-5853 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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