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Dr. Asha Kancharla, MD

Athens, TX

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kancharla, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Athens, TX?

    Dr. Asha Kancharla, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Athens, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Kancharla graduated from Guntur Medical College and completed her residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Pain Management Univ Of Ky Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, General Surgery. Dr. Kancharla is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kancharla’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kancharla’s office at (903) 723-1940.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Pain Management Univ Of Ky Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, General Surgery | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: Guntur Medical College

    Is Dr. Kancharla board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Asha Kancharla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kancharla speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kancharla treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kancharla 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. Kancharla. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Thoracic Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck and Head Pain Syndrome
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervicocranial Syndrome
    • Neck-Head Pain
    • Upper Neck Pain Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M530: Cervicocranial syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
    • Degenerative Disc Disease with Leg Pain
    • Spinal Disc Degeneration
    • Lumbar Disc Degeneration
    • Discogenic Back Pain
    • Sciatica-like Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
    • M51361: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with lower extremity pain only

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Chronic Low Back Pain from Discs
    • Discogenic Lumbar Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M51362: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain

    Also known as:

    • Mid and Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Thoracolumbar Spondylosis
    • Mid-Lower Back Spine Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47815: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Mid-Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Neck
    • Worn Mid-Neck Discs
    • Mid-Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50320: Other cervical disc degeneration, mid-cervical region, unspecified level

    Which procedures does Dr. Kancharla perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Does Dr. Kancharla accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kancharla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 723-1940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kancharla accept in Athens, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Philadelphia American Life Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kancharla's office located?

    Dr. Asha Kancharla's Primary Practice

    1334 S Palestine St

    Athens, TX 75751

    (903) 723-1940

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    Dr. Asha Kancharla's Practice 2

    300 Willow Creek Pkwy Ste 210A

    Palestine, TX 75801

    (903) 723-1940

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    Dr. Asha Kancharla's Practice 3

    126 Medical Dr Ste A

    Palestine, TX 75801

    (903) 723-1940

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    1.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    40% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Diagnosis

    20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Asha Kancharla a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Kancharla has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Kancharla, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Kancharla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225012271.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kancharla?

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

    What is Dr. Asha Kancharla's specialty?

    Dr. Kancharla is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Athens, TX. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Kancharla to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Asha Kancharla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kancharla is affiliated with Ut Health Athens 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist with 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 Asha Kancharla accepting new patients in Athens, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Asha Kancharla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Asha Kancharla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kancharla's office at (903) 723-1940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Asha Kancharla?

    Please contact Dr. Kancharla's office at (903) 723-1940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Asha Kancharla have?

    Dr. Asha Kancharla is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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