18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lingam, Medical Oncologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Hima Lingam, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Lingam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lingam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lingam’s office at (485) 574-9983.
What languages does Dr. Lingam speak?
Dr. Lingam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lingam typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Lingam 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. Lingam. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lingam typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hima Lingam 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. Lingam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lingam accept my insurance?
Dr. Lingam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (485) 574-9983 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lingam accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Lingam in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Vermont
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lingam's office located?
Dr. Hima Lingam's Primary Practice
3800 Reservoir Rd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(485) 574-9983
What is Dr. Lingam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lingam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548451776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lingam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lingam
What is Dr. Hima Lingam's specialty?
Dr. Lingam is a Medical Oncologist near Washington, DC.
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. Hima Lingam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lingam is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Cheshire Medical Center, Springfield Hospital - Springfield, Vt, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Hima Lingam accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Hima Lingam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hima Lingam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lingam's office at (485) 574-9983 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hima Lingam?
Please contact Dr. Lingam's office at (485) 574-9983 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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