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Dr. Nirupama Shekar, MD

Dr. Nirupama Shekar, MD

Medical Oncologist, Internist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

McAllen, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shekar, Medical Oncologist in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Nirupama Shekar, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shekar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shekar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shekar’s office at (956) 632-4000.

    Is Dr. Shekar board certified as a Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nirupama Shekar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shekar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Shekar typically treat?

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

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Shekar typically perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nirupama Shekar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shekar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 632-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shekar accept in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Shekar in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Broward Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shekar's office located?

    Suite 83

    301 W Expressway 83

    McAllen, TX 78503

    (956) 632-4000

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    Dr. Nirupama Shekar's Practice 2

    1901 S Second St

    McAllen, TX 78503

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

    Dr. Shekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689624405.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shekar?

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

    What is Dr. Nirupama Shekar's specialty?

    Dr. Shekar is a Medical Oncologist near McAllen, TX.

    What does a Medical Oncologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Nirupama Shekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shekar is affiliated with Mission Regional Medical Center, Dhr Health, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Nirupama Shekar accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Nirupama Shekar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nirupama Shekar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shekar's office at (956) 632-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nirupama Shekar?

    Please contact Dr. Shekar's office at (956) 632-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shekar's office located?

    Dr. Shekar's office is located in McAllen, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nirupama Shekar have?

    Dr. Nirupama Shekar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.