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Who is Dr. Poddar, Medical Oncologist in Ballwin, MO?
Dr. Nishant Poddar, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Ballwin, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Poddar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poddar’s office at (417) 257-5900.
What languages does Dr. Poddar speak?
Dr. Poddar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Poddar typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Poddar 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. Poddar. 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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified 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
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Poddar typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nishant Poddar 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
Please contact Dr. Poddar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Poddar accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Poddar's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Poddar's office located?
Dr. Nishant Poddar's Primary Practice
15945 Clayton Rd Ste 120
Ballwin, MO 63011
(417) 257-5900
Dr. Nishant Poddar's Practice 3
8 Sunset Hills Professional Ctr Ste 100
Edwardsville, IL 62025
What is Dr. Poddar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poddar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124387675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poddar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poddar
What is Dr. Nishant Poddar's specialty?
Dr. Poddar is a Medical Oncologist near Ballwin, MO.
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. Nishant Poddar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Poddar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Nishant Poddar accepting new patients in Ballwin, MO?
Yes, Dr. Nishant Poddar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nishant Poddar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poddar's office at (417) 257-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nishant Poddar?
Please contact Dr. Poddar's office at (417) 257-5900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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