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Dr. Zankhana Mehta, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Danville, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mehta, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Danville, PA?

    Dr. Zankhana Mehta, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Danville, PA. She is board certified. Dr. Mehta is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehta’s office at (570) 271-7383.

    Is Dr. Mehta board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Zankhana Mehta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mehta speak?

    Dr. Mehta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Mehta typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Mehta 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. Mehta. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Nerve Damage
    • Drug Reactions
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Medication-Induced Neuropathy
    • Toxic Neuropathy
    • Drug-Related Nerve Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G620: Drug-induced polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Pain
    • Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neuralgia
    • Neuritis
    • Nerve inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Mehta typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Zankhana Mehta may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mehta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mehta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-7383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mehta accept in Danville, PA?

    Dr. Mehta in Danville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?

    Dr. Zankhana Mehta's Primary Practice

    100 N Academy Ave

    Danville, PA 17822

    (570) 271-7383

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    What is Dr. Mehta's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mehta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912191842.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehta?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mehta

    What is Dr. Zankhana Mehta's specialty?

    Dr. Mehta is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Danville, PA.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Zankhana Mehta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mehta is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Zankhana Mehta accepting new patients in Danville, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Zankhana Mehta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zankhana Mehta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (570) 271-7383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Zankhana Mehta?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (570) 271-7383 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?

    Dr. Mehta's office is located in Danville, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Zankhana Mehta have?

    Dr. Zankhana Mehta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.