56 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Challagundla, Medical Oncologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Suneetha Challagundla, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 56 years and is board certified. Dr. Challagundla graduated from Mysore Medical College and Research Institute and completed her residency at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Challagundla is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Challagundla’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Challagundla’s office.
Where did Dr. Challagundla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Affiliated Hospitals | Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center Program
Medical School: Mysore Medical College and Research Institute
Is Dr. Challagundla board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Suneetha Challagundla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Challagundla speak?
Dr. Challagundla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Challagundla typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Challagundla 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. Challagundla. 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:
- Nutritional Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Dietary Anemia
- Malnutrition Anemia
- Vitamin Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D539: Nutritional anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Refractory Anemia
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anemia that doesn't respond to treatment
- Chronic anemia
- MDS-RA
ICD-10 Codes:
- D464: Refractory 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Challagundla typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Challagundla 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. Challagundla. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Challagundla accept my insurance?
Dr. Challagundla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Challagundla accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Challagundla in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Challagundla's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Texas Rising Stars
What is Dr. Challagundla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Challagundla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285836098.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Challagundla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Challagundla
What is Dr. Suneetha Challagundla's specialty?
Dr. Challagundla is a Medical Oncologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Suneetha Challagundla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Challagundla is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, Dhr Health, Methodist Hospital Specialty And Transplant, Doctors Hospital Of Laredo 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Suneetha Challagundla accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Suneetha Challagundla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suneetha Challagundla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Challagundla's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suneetha Challagundla?
Please contact Dr. Challagundla's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Suneetha Challagundla have?
Dr. Suneetha Challagundla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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