19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krishnadasan, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Ravitharan Krishnadasan, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Krishnadasan graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Norwalk Hospital Program. Dr. Krishnadasan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishnadasan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishnadasan’s office at (520) 694-2873.
Where did Dr. Krishnadasan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Norwalk Hospital Program
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Krishnadasan board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ravitharan Krishnadasan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Krishnadasan speak?
Dr. Krishnadasan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Krishnadasan typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Krishnadasan 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. Krishnadasan. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
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:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Krishnadasan typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Krishnadasan 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. Krishnadasan. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Krishnadasan accept my insurance?
Dr. Krishnadasan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-2873 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krishnadasan accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Krishnadasan in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krishnadasan's office located?
Dr. Ravitharan Krishnadasan's Primary Practice
3838 N Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 694-2873
What is Dr. Krishnadasan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krishnadasan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174538995.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishnadasan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishnadasan
What is Dr. Ravitharan Krishnadasan's specialty?
Dr. Krishnadasan is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Tucson, AZ.
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 this Dr. Ravitharan Krishnadasan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krishnadasan is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ravitharan Krishnadasan accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Ravitharan Krishnadasan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ravitharan Krishnadasan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krishnadasan's office at (520) 694-2873 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ravitharan Krishnadasan?
Please contact Dr. Krishnadasan's office at (520) 694-2873 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ravitharan Krishnadasan have?
Dr. Ravitharan Krishnadasan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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