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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 here.
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:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
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
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
What is Dr. Vasandani's NPI number?An 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 this 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 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 Jitendra Vasandani?
Please contact Dr. Vasandani's office at (806) 744-7223 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jitendra Vasandani have?
Dr. Jitendra Vasandani is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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