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Who is Dr. Anakwah, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Gadsden, AL?
Dr. Shawnta Anakwah, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Gadsden, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Anakwah is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anakwah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anakwah’s office at (256) 492-0375.
Is Dr. Anakwah board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shawnta Anakwah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Anakwah speak?
Dr. Anakwah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Anakwah typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Anakwah 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. Anakwah. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Anakwah typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shawnta Anakwah 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. Anakwah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Anakwah accept my insurance?
Dr. Anakwah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 492-0375 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Anakwah accept in Gadsden, AL?
Dr. Anakwah in Gadsden, AL 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
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Anakwah's office located?
What is Dr. Anakwah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Anakwah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720267040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anakwah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Anakwah
What is Dr. Shawnta Anakwah's specialty?
Dr. Anakwah is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Gadsden, AL.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shawnta Anakwah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Anakwah is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Princeton Baptist Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shawnta Anakwah accepting new patients in Gadsden, AL?
Yes, Dr. Shawnta Anakwah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shawnta Anakwah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Anakwah's office at (256) 492-0375 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shawnta Anakwah?
Please contact Dr. Anakwah's office at (256) 492-0375 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shawnta Anakwah have?
Dr. Shawnta Anakwah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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