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Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Internist, Medical Oncologist

Des Moines, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harichand-Herdt, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Harichand-Herdt is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harichand-Herdt’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harichand-Herdt’s office.

    Is Dr. Harichand-Herdt board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Harichand-Herdt speak?

    Dr. Harichand-Herdt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Harichand-Herdt typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Harichand-Herdt 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. Harichand-Herdt. 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
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    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:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Harichand-Herdt typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt may include:

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

    Does Dr. Harichand-Herdt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harichand-Herdt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harichand-Herdt accept in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Harichand-Herdt in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • State of Iowa

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Harichand-Herdt's office located?

    Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt's Primary Practice

    1221 Pleasant St Ste 100

    Des Moines, IA 50309

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    Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt's Practice 2

    1507 N 1st St

    Indianola, IA 50125

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    Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt's Practice 3

    1501 E 10th St

    Atlantic, IA 50022

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

    Dr. Harichand-Herdt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801831870.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harichand-Herdt?

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

    What is Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt's specialty?

    Dr. Harichand-Herdt is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Des Moines, IA.

    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. Seema Harichand-Herdt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harichand-Herdt is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, St. Anthony Regional 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. Seema Harichand-Herdt accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harichand-Herdt's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt?

    Please contact Dr. Harichand-Herdt's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Harichand-Herdt's office located?

    Dr. Harichand-Herdt's offices are located in Des Moines, IA, Indianola, IA, and Atlantic, IA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt have?

    Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.