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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thanikachalam, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thanikachalam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thanikachalam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thanikachalam’s office at (251) 435-1200.
What languages does Dr. Thanikachalam speak?
Dr. Thanikachalam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thanikachalam treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Thanikachalam 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. Thanikachalam. 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
- 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
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- Colon Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Which procedures does Dr. Thanikachalam perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam 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. Thanikachalam's office.
Does Dr. Thanikachalam accept my insurance?
Dr. Thanikachalam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 435-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thanikachalam accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Thanikachalam in Buffalo, NY 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
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicare
Univera Healthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Thanikachalam's office located?
Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam's Primary Practice
Elm and Carlton St
Buffalo, NY 14263
(251) 435-1200
What is Dr. Thanikachalam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thanikachalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487060489.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thanikachalam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thanikachalam
What is Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam's specialty?
Dr. Thanikachalam is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Buffalo, NY. 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. Thanikachalam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thanikachalam is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Kannan Thanikachalam accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kannan Thanikachalam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thanikachalam's office at (251) 435-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kannan Thanikachalam?
Please contact Dr. Thanikachalam's office at (251) 435-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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