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Dr. Jitendra Vasandani, MD

Rheumatologist

Lubbock, TX

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vasandani, Rheumatologist in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Jitendra Vasandani, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Vasandani completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vasandani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vasandani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vasandani’s office at (806) 744-7223.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny

    Is Dr. Vasandani board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jitendra Vasandani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vasandani speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Vasandani typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Vasandani 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. Vasandani. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0589: Other rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • Autoimmune Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
    • M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
    • Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
    • Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Inflammatory Arthritis
    • Arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease
    • Polyarthritis
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Vasandani typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jitendra Vasandani may include:

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

    Does Dr. Vasandani accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vasandani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 744-7223 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vasandani accept in Lubbock, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Connective Rx

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vasandani's office located?

    Dr. Jitendra Vasandani's Primary Practice

    10705 Milwaukee Ave

    Lubbock, TX 79424

    (806) 744-7223

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    Dr. Jitendra Vasandani's Practice 2

    4515 Marsha Sharp Fwy

    Lubbock, TX 79407

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

    Dr. Vasandani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194707406.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vasandani?

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

    What is Dr. Jitendra Vasandani's specialty?

    Dr. Vasandani is a Rheumatologist near Lubbock, TX.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Jitendra Vasandani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vasandani is affiliated with Roosevelt General Hospital, Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital, Plains Regional Medical Center, Yoakum County Hospital, Grace Surgical Hospital, Shannon 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

    When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Jitendra Vasandani accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Jitendra Vasandani is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jitendra Vasandani offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vasandani's office at (806) 744-7223 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jitendra Vasandani?

    Please contact Dr. Vasandani's office at (806) 744-7223 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vasandani's office located?

    Dr. Vasandani's office is located in Lubbock, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jitendra Vasandani have?

    Dr. Jitendra Vasandani is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.