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Dr. Pankit Vachhani, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

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. 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 Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • AML Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
    • CML
    • Chronic myelogenous leukemia
    • Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia

    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

    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:

    • Myelodysplastic Syndrome
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
    • MDS
    • Preleukemia
    • Bone marrow failure disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified

    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:

    • Polycythemia vera
    • Bone Marrow Disease
    • Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
    • PV
    • Primary polycythemia
    • Erythremia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D45: Polycythemia vera

    Also known as:

    • Systemic Mastocytosis
    • Systemic mastocytosis
    • Generalized mastocytosis
    • Systemic mast cell disease
    • Aggressive mastocytosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D4702: Systemic mastocytosis

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Vachhani perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Vachhani 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. 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:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Sample
    • Marrow Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 38221: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies)

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    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:

    • 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

    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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Lowes

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Vachhani's office located?

    Dr. Pankit Vachhani's Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 934-4011

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    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

    Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Explore Hematology / Oncology Specialist with 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 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?

    Please contact Dr. Vachhani's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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