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Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli, MD

San Antonio, TX

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vemulapalli, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vemulapalli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vemulapalli’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vemulapalli’s office at (210) 337-4494.

    Is Dr. Vemulapalli board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vemulapalli speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vemulapalli treat?

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

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia from Chemotherapy
    • Iron
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Chemo-induced anemia
    • Low red blood cell count from cancer treatment
    • Anemia due to cancer drugs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
    • D6481: Anemia due to antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Left female breast cancer upper-inner
    • Upper-inner left female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • ER Positive Breast Cancer
    • Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
    • Estrogen-Driven Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • Monoclonal Gammopathy
    • Blood Disorder
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • MGUS
    • Plasma Cell Disorder
    • Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D472: Monoclonal gammopathy

    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:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Which procedures does Dr. Vemulapalli perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vemulapalli's office.

    Does Dr. Vemulapalli accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vemulapalli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 337-4494 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vemulapalli accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Vemulapalli in San Antonio, TX 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 Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Vemulapalli's office located?

    Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli's Primary Practice

    3327 Research Plz Ste 102

    San Antonio, TX 78235

    (210) 337-4494

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    Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli's Practice 2

    18707 Hardy Oak Blvd Ste 320

    San Antonio, TX 78258

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    Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli's Practice 3

    2026 S Jackson St

    Jacksonville, TX 75766

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

    Dr. Vemulapalli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154510790.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vemulapalli?

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

    What is Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli's specialty?

    Dr. Vemulapalli is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Vemulapalli to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vemulapalli is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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 Sushma Vemulapalli accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vemulapalli's office at (210) 337-4494 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sushma Vemulapalli?

    Please contact Dr. Vemulapalli's office at (210) 337-4494 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli have?

    Dr. Sushma Vemulapalli is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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