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Dr. Shalini Chitneni, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Internist, Medical Oncologist

Fort Wayne, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chitneni, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Shalini Chitneni, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chitneni graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed her residency at NYCOMEC/Trinitas Regional MC Program. Dr. Chitneni is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chitneni’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chitneni’s office at (260) 483-1911.

    Where did Dr. Chitneni go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: NYCOMEC/Trinitas Regional MC Program

    • Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India

    Is Dr. Chitneni board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shalini Chitneni, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chitneni speak?

    Dr. Chitneni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Chitneni typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Chitneni 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. Chitneni. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Chitneni typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Chitneni performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chitneni. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Declotting of Vascular Access Device
    • Catheter declotting
    • Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
    • Blocked port-a-cath treatment
    • Vascular access device unblocking

    CPT Codes:

    • 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter

    Does Dr. Chitneni accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chitneni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 483-1911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chitneni accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Chitneni in Fort Wayne, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allstate Corporation

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareSource

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chitneni's office located?

    Dr. Shalini Chitneni's Primary Practice

    2514 E DuPont Rd Ste 100

    Fort Wayne, IN 46825

    (260) 483-1911

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    Dr. Shalini Chitneni's Practice 2

    208 Columbus St Ste 4

    Hicksville, OH 43526

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    Dr. Shalini Chitneni's Practice 3

    7910 W Jefferson Blvd

    Fort Wayne, IN 46804

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    What is Dr. Chitneni's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chitneni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396951299.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chitneni?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chitneni

    What is Dr. Shalini Chitneni's specialty?

    Dr. Chitneni is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Fort Wayne, IN.

    What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Shalini Chitneni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chitneni is affiliated with Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Lutheran Hospital - Indiana, Dupont Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Parkview Regional Medical Center, Parkview Bryan 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

    When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Shalini Chitneni accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Shalini Chitneni is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shalini Chitneni offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chitneni's office at (260) 483-1911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shalini Chitneni?

    Please contact Dr. Chitneni's office at (260) 483-1911 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chitneni's office located?

    Dr. Chitneni's offices are located in Fort Wayne, IN and Hicksville, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shalini Chitneni have?

    Dr. Shalini Chitneni is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.