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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vachhani, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Pankit Vachhani, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Vachhani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vachhani’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vachhani’s office at (205) 934-4011.
What languages does Dr. Vachhani speak?
Dr. Vachhani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vachhani treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Vachhani 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. Vachhani. 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:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
- Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
- Acute promyelocytic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- CMML
- Myelomonocytic Leukemia
- APL Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia M3
- Promyelocytic Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9310: Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9240: Acute promyelocytic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
- Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
- C946: Myelodysplastic disease, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
- CMPN
- Myeloproliferative disorder
- Chronic blood cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D471: Chronic myeloproliferative disease
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Systemic Mastocytosis
- Systemic mastocytosis
- Generalized mastocytosis
- Systemic mast cell disease
- Aggressive mastocytosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4702: Systemic mastocytosis
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:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Also known as:
- Myelofibrosis
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Bone Marrow Scarring
- Primary Myelofibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D7581: Myelofibrosis
Also known as:
- Mast Cell Tumor
- Mastocytosis
- Mast Cell Neoplasm
- Mast Cell Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4709: Other mast cell neoplasms of uncertain behavior
Also known as:
- Aplastic Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
- Marrow Aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Vachhani perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pankit Vachhani 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. Vachhani's office.
Does Dr. Vachhani accept my insurance?
Dr. Vachhani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vachhani accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Vachhani 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 and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Vachhani's office located?
What is Dr. Vachhani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vachhani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982968764.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vachhani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vachhani
What is Dr. Pankit Vachhani's specialty?
Dr. Vachhani is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Birmingham, AL. 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. Vachhani to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pankit Vachhani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vachhani 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 Pankit Vachhani accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Pankit Vachhani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pankit Vachhani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vachhani's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pankit Vachhani?
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