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Dr. Vijay Gunuganti, MD

Dr. Vijay Gunuganti, MD

San Antonio, TX

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gunuganti, Medical Oncologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Vijay Gunuganti, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Gunuganti graduated from Deccan College Of Med Science Osmania University and completed his residency at St Joseph Univ School. Dr. Gunuganti is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunuganti’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunuganti’s office at (210) 545-6972.

    Where did Dr. Gunuganti go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Wisconsin, Madison School of Medicine And Public Health

    • Residency: St Joseph Univ School | Marshfield Clinic-St Joseph's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Deccan College Of Med Science Osmania University | Deccan College Of Med Science Osmania University | Deccan College of Medical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Gunuganti speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gunuganti treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Gunuganti 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. Gunuganti. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal Cancer
    • Kidney Tumor
    • Renal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Gunuganti perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Gunuganti performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gunuganti. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Group Speech Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Group Language Therapy
    • Group Voice Therapy
    • Group Communication Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Declotting of Vascular Access Device
    • Catheter declotting
    • Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
    • Blocked port-a-cath treatment
    • Vascular access device unblocking

    CPT Codes:

    • 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter

    Does Dr. Gunuganti accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gunuganti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 545-6972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Gunuganti 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gunuganti's office located?

    Dr. Vijay Gunuganti's Primary Practice

    18707 Hardy Oak Blvd Ste 320

    San Antonio, TX 78258

    (210) 545-6972

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    Dr. Vijay Gunuganti's Practice 2

    540 Madison Oak Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78258

    (210) 545-6972

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    Dr. Vijay Gunuganti's Practice 3

    3218 Nacogdoches Rd

    San Antonio, TX 78217

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

    Dr. Gunuganti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073535076.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunuganti?

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

    What is Dr. Vijay Gunuganti's specialty?

    Dr. Gunuganti is a Medical Oncologist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Gunuganti to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vijay Gunuganti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gunuganti is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio, Doctors Hospital of Laredo 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

    Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?

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    Is Vijay Gunuganti accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Vijay Gunuganti is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vijay Gunuganti offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gunuganti's office at (210) 545-6972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vijay Gunuganti?

    Please contact Dr. Gunuganti's office at (210) 545-6972 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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