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Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar, MD

Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Medical Oncologist

Arlington, TX

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Diggikar, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Arlington, TX?

    Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Arlington, TX. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Diggikar graduated from Gandhi Med College and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Hematology/Oncology; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Diggikar is fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, Spanish, Telugu, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diggikar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diggikar’s office at (817) 664-4400.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Hematology/Oncology; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Gandhi Med College

    Is Dr. Diggikar board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Diggikar speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Marathi
    • Spanish
    • Telugu
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Diggikar typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Diggikar 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. Diggikar. 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 from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias

    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

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    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

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Diggikar typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Diggikar 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. Diggikar. 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Diggikar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Diggikar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 664-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Diggikar accept in Arlington, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mitchell Family Office

    • QuikTrip Corporation

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Diggikar's office located?

    Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar's Primary Practice

    515 W Mayfield Rd Ste 101

    Arlington, TX 76014

    (817) 664-4400

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

    Dr. Diggikar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942248901.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diggikar?

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

    What is Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar's specialty?

    Dr. Diggikar is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Arlington, TX.

    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 Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Diggikar is affiliated with Medical City Arlington Hospital, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Medical City Dallas 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar accepting new patients in Arlington, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Diggikar's office at (817) 664-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar?

    Please contact Dr. Diggikar's office at (817) 664-4400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Diggikar's office located?

    Dr. Diggikar's office is located in Arlington, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar have?

    Dr. Shrinivas Diggikar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.