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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mehta, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Amitkumar Mehta, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mehta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehta’s office at (800) 822-8816.
What languages does Dr. Mehta speak?
Dr. Mehta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Mehta typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Mehta 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. Mehta. 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:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
- MCL
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma Cancer
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphosarcoma
- NHL
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8310: Mantle cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Mehta typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Mehta 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. Mehta. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
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
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- CAR T-Cell Therapy Administration
- Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-Cell Therapy
- Autologous CAR T-Cell Infusion
- CAR T-Cell Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 38228: Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-Cell (Car-T) Therapy; Car-T Cell Administration, Autologous
Does Dr. Mehta accept my insurance?
Dr. Mehta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 822-8816 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mehta accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Mehta in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?
Dr. Amitkumar Mehta's Primary Practice
2000 6th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35233
(800) 822-8816
What is Dr. Mehta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mehta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003122573.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mehta
What is Dr. Amitkumar Mehta's specialty?
Dr. Mehta is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Birmingham, AL.
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 this Dr. Amitkumar Mehta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mehta is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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
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Is Amitkumar Mehta accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Amitkumar Mehta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amitkumar Mehta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (800) 822-8816 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amitkumar Mehta?
Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (800) 822-8816 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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