Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ratnam, Medical Oncologist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Suresh Ratnam, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Ratnam graduated from Kasturba Medical College Manipal and completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine; St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Pediatrics. Dr. Ratnam is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratnam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratnam’s office.
Where did Dr. Ratnam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine; St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Pediatrics | an internal medicine residency at University Health Center, Detroit, Michigan | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India | Kasturba Medical College Manipal
Is Dr. Ratnam board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Suresh Ratnam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ratnam speak?
Dr. Ratnam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Ratnam typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Ratnam 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. Ratnam. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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 a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Ratnam typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Ratnam 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. Ratnam. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Does Dr. Ratnam accept my insurance?
Dr. Ratnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ratnam accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Ratnam in McAllen, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ratnam's office located?
What is Dr. Ratnam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ratnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649217639.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratnam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ratnam
What is Dr. Suresh Ratnam's specialty?
Dr. Ratnam 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 this Dr. Suresh Ratnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ratnam is affiliated with Dhr Health, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Mission Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Suresh Ratnam accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Suresh Ratnam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suresh Ratnam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ratnam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suresh Ratnam?
Please contact Dr. Ratnam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Suresh Ratnam have?
Dr. Suresh Ratnam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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1901 S Col Rowe Blvd
McAllen, TX 78503