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Dr. Merita Bania, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bania, Diagnostic Radiologist in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Merita Bania, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Bania completed her residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Neuroradiology; New York Methodist Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; North Shore Univ Hosp, Nuclear Medicine; Ny Medical College, Diagnostic Radiology; Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bania is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bania’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bania’s office at (718) 846-0606.

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

    • Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Neuroradiology; New York Methodist Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; North Shore Univ Hosp, Nuclear Medicine; Ny Medical College, Diagnostic Radiology; Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny

    Is Dr. Bania board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Merita Bania, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Bania speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Bania typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Bania 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. Bania. 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Repeated Falls
    • Falls
    • Frequent Falling
    • Recurrent Falls
    • Balance Problems Leading to Falls

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R296: Repeated falls

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Bania typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Bania 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. Bania. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Tissue Sample
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip

    CPT Codes:

    • 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Does Dr. Bania accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bania accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 846-0606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bania accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Bania in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Assurant

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Mitchell Family Office

    • Unified Group Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bania's office located?

    Dr. Merita Bania's Primary Practice

    4850 Century Plaza Rd

    Indianapolis, IN 46254

    (718) 846-0606

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    Dr. Merita Bania's Practice 2

    1701 N Senate Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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

    Dr. Bania's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790731818.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bania?

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

    What is Dr. Merita Bania's specialty?

    Dr. Bania is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Indianapolis, IN.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Merita Bania affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bania is affiliated with Temple University Hospital, Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Iu Health West Hospital, Iu Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Iu Health Bloomington 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Merita Bania accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Merita Bania is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Merita Bania offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bania's office at (718) 846-0606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Merita Bania?

    Please contact Dr. Bania's office at (718) 846-0606 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bania's office located?

    Dr. Bania's office is located in Indianapolis, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Merita Bania have?

    Dr. Merita Bania is certified by the American Board of Radiology.