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Who is Dr. Takalkar, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Amol Takalkar, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine. Dr. Takalkar graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed his residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System Program. Dr. Takalkar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Takalkar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Takalkar’s office.
Where did Dr. Takalkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Byramjee Jeejeebhoy | B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College | BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL)
Is Dr. Takalkar board certified in Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Amol Takalkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine
What languages does Dr. Takalkar speak?
Dr. Takalkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does Dr. Takalkar treat?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Takalkar 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. Takalkar. 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:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Widespread Bone Density Disorder
- Generalized Bone Structure Problem
- Multi-site Bone Disorder
- Bone structure problem
- Low bone density
- Bone mineral density disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites
- M8588: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, other site
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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Density Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- M85852: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, left thigh
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Stem Cells
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Cell Therapy Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9484: Stem cells transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Which procedures does Dr. Takalkar perform as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amol Takalkar may include:
- Abdominal Nuclear Medicine Study
- Brain Perfusion Scan
- Gastric Emptying Scan
- Glucose Metabolic Imaging - FDG
- Hepatobiliary Imaging
- Iodine Treatment
- Nuclear Medicine Consultation
- Nuclear Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Takalkar's office.
Does Dr. Takalkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Takalkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Takalkar accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Takalkar in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AMA Insurance Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Takalkar's office located?
What is Dr. Takalkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Takalkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619931060.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Takalkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Takalkar
What is Dr. Amol Takalkar's specialty?
Dr. Takalkar is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Atlanta, GA. Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones. Contact Dr. Takalkar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amol Takalkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Takalkar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
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Is Amol Takalkar accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Amol Takalkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amol Takalkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Takalkar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amol Takalkar?
Please contact Dr. Takalkar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amol Takalkar have?
Dr. Amol Takalkar is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
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