38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ethirajan, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Overland Park, KS?
Dr. Sukumar Ethirajan, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Overland Park, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Ethirajan graduated from Stanley Medical College/University Hospital and completed his residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; Salem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ethirajan is fluent in English and Indonesian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ethirajan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ethirajan’s office at (816) 994-3157.
Where did Dr. Ethirajan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; Salem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts General Hospital | Boston Medical Center | North Shore Medical Center
Medical School: Stanley Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Madras- Tn- India | Stanley Medical College/University Hospital
What languages does Dr. Ethirajan speak?
Dr. Ethirajan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Indonesian
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ethirajan typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ethirajan 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. Ethirajan. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- History of prostate cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Past prostate cancer
- Prostate cancer survivor
- Previous prostatic malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8546: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ethirajan typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sukumar Ethirajan may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Ethirajan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ethirajan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ethirajan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 994-3157 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ethirajan accept in Overland Park, KS?
Dr. Ethirajan in Overland Park, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ethirajan's office located?
Dr. Sukumar Ethirajan's Primary Practice
10701 Nall Ave Ste 100
Overland Park, KS 66211
(816) 994-3157
Dr. Sukumar Ethirajan's Practice 2
2750 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 500
North Kansas City, MO 64116
Recognitions
Awards
Kansas City Super Doctors
What is Dr. Ethirajan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ethirajan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396716056.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ethirajan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ethirajan
What is Dr. Sukumar Ethirajan's specialty?
Dr. Ethirajan is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Overland Park, KS.
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. Sukumar Ethirajan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ethirajan is affiliated with Nkc Health, Adventhealth Shawnee Mission, The University Of Kansas Hospital, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Adventhealth South Overland Park 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
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Is Sukumar Ethirajan accepting new patients in Overland Park, KS?
Yes, Dr. Sukumar Ethirajan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sukumar Ethirajan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ethirajan's office at (816) 994-3157 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sukumar Ethirajan?
Please contact Dr. Ethirajan's office at (816) 994-3157 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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