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Dr. Akansha Chowdhary, MD
Cumming, GA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chowdhary, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Cumming, GA?
Dr. Akansha Chowdhary, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Cumming, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chowdhary is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chowdhary’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chowdhary’s office at (815) 599-7000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chowdhary?
Dr. Akansha Chowdhary, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chowdhary empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Hematology, Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cumming/GA community, Dr. Chowdhary is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Chowdhary speak?
Dr. Chowdhary and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Chowdhary treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Chowdhary 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. Chowdhary. 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:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
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:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemochromatosis
- Hemochromatosis
- Hereditary hemochromatosis
- Genetic Iron Overload
- Primary Hemochromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83110: Hereditary hemochromatosis
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, 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:
- Intestinal Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Nutrient Malabsorption
- Digestive Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chowdhary perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akansha Chowdhary 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. Chowdhary's office.
Does Dr. Chowdhary accept my insurance?
Dr. Chowdhary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 599-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chowdhary accept in Cumming, GA?
Dr. Chowdhary in Cumming, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chowdhary's office located?
Dr. Akansha Chowdhary's Primary Practice
1505 Northside Blvd Ste 4600
Cumming, GA 30041
(815) 599-7000
Dr. Akansha Chowdhary's Practice 3
1163 W Stephenson St
Freeport, IL 61032
(815) 599-7000
What is Dr. Chowdhary's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chowdhary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598101586.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chowdhary?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chowdhary
What is Dr. Akansha Chowdhary's specialty?
Dr. Chowdhary is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Cumming, GA. 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. Chowdhary to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akansha Chowdhary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chowdhary is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Northside Hospital Cherokee 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 Akansha Chowdhary accepting new patients in Cumming, GA?
Yes, Dr. Akansha Chowdhary is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akansha Chowdhary offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chowdhary's office at (815) 599-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akansha Chowdhary?
Please contact Dr. Chowdhary's office at (815) 599-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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