Dr. Chitra Balasundaram

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 13+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Chitra Balasundaram, MD, is a Hematology/Oncology specialist in Lebanon, Missouri. She attended and graduated from medical school in 2011, having over 13 years of diverse experience, especially in Hematology/Oncology. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Mercy Hospital Aurora, Mercy Hospital Lebanon, Mercy Hospital Springfield, Mercy St Francis Hospital. Dr. Chitra Balasundaram also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Mercy Clinic Springfield Communities. Dr. Chitra Balasundaram accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (417) 533-6422 to request Dr. Chitra Balasundaram the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 100 Hospital Dr
Lebanon, MO 65536-9210

Phone 1: (417) 533-6422


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Chitra Balasundaram
Gender Female
PECOS ID 4789964008
Sole Proprietor No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Hematology/Oncology (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 13 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Chitra Balasundaram graduated from medical school in 2011.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1356656839
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, August 9, 2010

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - She does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - She does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Chitra Balasundaram

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Chitra Balasundaram has been primarily specialized in Hematology & Oncology for over 13 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Hematology & Oncology
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    Hematology & Oncology
    An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Mercy Clinic Springfield Communities


Practice Locations

100 Hospital Dr
Lebanon, MO 65536-9210
Phone: (417) 533-6422
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 17, 2017. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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Dr. Chitra Balasundaram [NPI: 1356656839]Hematology/Oncology, Internal Medicine