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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Makkar, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Vinit Makkar, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Makkar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makkar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makkar’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Makkar?
Dr. Vinit Makkar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Makkar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lung Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland/OH community, Dr. Makkar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Makkar speak?
Dr. Makkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Makkar treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Makkar 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. Makkar. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
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:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does Dr. Makkar perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Makkar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Makkar. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Does Dr. Makkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Makkar 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. Makkar accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Makkar in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medical Mutual
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Nevada
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Makkar's office located?
What is Dr. Makkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Makkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841254083.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Makkar
What is Dr. Vinit Makkar's specialty?
Dr. Makkar is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Cleveland, OH. 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. Contact Dr. Makkar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vinit Makkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Makkar is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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
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Is Vinit Makkar accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Vinit Makkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vinit Makkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Makkar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vinit Makkar?
Please contact Dr. Makkar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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