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Dr. Ashwin Somasundaram
Chapel Hill, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Somasundaram, Medical Oncologist in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Ashwin Somasundaram is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Somasundaram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Somasundaram’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Somasundaram’s office at (412) 692-4700.
What languages does Dr. Somasundaram speak?
Dr. Somasundaram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Somasundaram typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Somasundaram 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. Somasundaram. 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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Somasundaram typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashwin Somasundaram 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. Somasundaram's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Somasundaram accept my insurance?
Dr. Somasundaram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 692-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Somasundaram accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Somasundaram in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Somasundaram's office located?
Dr. Ashwin Somasundaram's Primary Practice
101 Manning Dr
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(412) 692-4700
What is Dr. Somasundaram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Somasundaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356784763.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Somasundaram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Somasundaram
What is Dr. Ashwin Somasundaram's specialty?
Dr. Somasundaram is a Medical Oncologist near Chapel Hill, NC.
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. Ashwin Somasundaram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Somasundaram is affiliated with Carteret Health Care 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 Ashwin Somasundaram accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ashwin Somasundaram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashwin Somasundaram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Somasundaram's office at (412) 692-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashwin Somasundaram?
Please contact Dr. Somasundaram's office at (412) 692-4700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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