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Who is Dr. Lingam, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Shenandoah, TX?
Dr. Selvi Lingam, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Shenandoah, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lingam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lingam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lingam’s office at (936) 270-3413.
Is Dr. Lingam board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Selvi Lingam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lingam speak?
Dr. Lingam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Lingam typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Lingam 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. Lingam. 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:
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Lingam typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Lingam 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. Lingam. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Lingam accept my insurance?
Dr. Lingam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 270-3413 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lingam accept in Shenandoah, TX?
Dr. Lingam in Shenandoah, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lingam's office located?
Dr. Selvi Lingam's Primary Practice
17183 I 45 S Ste 110
Shenandoah, TX 77385
(936) 270-3413
What is Dr. Lingam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lingam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740296466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lingam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lingam
What is Dr. Selvi Lingam's specialty?
Dr. Lingam is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Shenandoah, 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 this Dr. Selvi Lingam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lingam is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, University Of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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
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Is Selvi Lingam accepting new patients in Shenandoah, TX?
Yes, Dr. Selvi Lingam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Selvi Lingam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lingam's office at (936) 270-3413 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Selvi Lingam?
Please contact Dr. Lingam's office at (936) 270-3413 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Selvi Lingam have?
Dr. Selvi Lingam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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