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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valecha, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Gautam Valecha is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Valecha is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valecha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valecha’s office at (505) 559-6100.
What languages does Dr. Valecha speak?
Dr. Valecha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Valecha treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Valecha 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. Valecha. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Colon Cancer
- Transverse Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C184: Malignant neoplasm of transverse colon
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:
- High Platelet Count
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Thrombocytosis
- Elevated platelet count
- Too many platelets
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D75839: Thrombocytosis, unspecified
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency
- Iron
- Malnutrition
- Lack of Iron
- Low Iron Levels
- Iron Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E611: Iron deficiency
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Which procedures does Dr. Valecha perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gautam Valecha 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. Valecha's office.
Does Dr. Valecha accept my insurance?
Dr. Valecha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 559-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valecha accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Valecha in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Valecha's office located?
What is Dr. Valecha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valecha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235579632.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valecha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valecha
What is Dr. Gautam Valecha's specialty?
Dr. Valecha is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Chicago, IL. 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. Valecha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gautam Valecha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valecha is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital - Chicago, Il 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Gautam Valecha accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Gautam Valecha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gautam Valecha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valecha's office at (505) 559-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gautam Valecha?
Please contact Dr. Valecha's office at (505) 559-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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