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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chintapalli, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Neelima Chintapalli, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Chintapalli graduated from University of Western Sydney School of Medicine and completed her residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Chintapalli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chintapalli’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chintapalli’s office at (318) 848-2970.
Where did Dr. Chintapalli go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) | University of Western Sydney School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chintapalli speak?
Dr. Chintapalli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chintapalli treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Chintapalli 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. Chintapalli. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
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:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chintapalli perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Neelima Chintapalli 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. Chintapalli's office.
Does Dr. Chintapalli accept my insurance?
Dr. Chintapalli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 848-2970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chintapalli accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Chintapalli in Shreveport, LA 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 Louisiana
Christus Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chintapalli's office located?
Dr. Neelima Chintapalli's Primary Practice
1453 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop
Shreveport, LA 71105
(318) 848-2970
Dr. Neelima Chintapalli's Practice 2
2539 Viking Dr
Bossier City, LA 71111
(318) 848-2970
What is Dr. Chintapalli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chintapalli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013108141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chintapalli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chintapalli
What is Dr. Neelima Chintapalli's specialty?
Dr. Chintapalli is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Chintapalli to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Neelima Chintapalli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chintapalli is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center 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?
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Is Neelima Chintapalli accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Neelima Chintapalli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Neelima Chintapalli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chintapalli's office at (318) 848-2970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Neelima Chintapalli?
Please contact Dr. Chintapalli's office at (318) 848-2970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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