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Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD

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Specializes in: Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine) and Hematology (Blood Disorders)

Professional interests include: anemia, thrombocytopenia (low platelet count)

400 S 43rd Street
Renton, WA 98055

(425) 228-3440

Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD is an internist in Seattle, WA specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine) and hematology (blood disorders). Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD is affiliated with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center.

Office Locations

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

1959 Ne Pacific Street
Seattle, WA 98195

(206) 598-3300

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400 S 43rd Street
Renton, WA 98055

(425) 228-3440

(425) 656-4217

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825 Eastlake Avenue E
Seattle, WA 98109

(206) 520-5000

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Some issues Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Thrombocytopenia (Low Platelet Count)

Thrombocytopenia is a disorder where people have too few platelets. With too few platelets in the bloodstream, the blood is unable to properly clot. People with thrombocytopenia may experience prolonged external and internal bleeding. Large purple bruises (ecchymoses) and small red skin spots (petechiae) in the skin and mouth are common in those with thrombocytopenia. Other symptoms of the disorder include bleeding gums, blood in bodily fluids, and fatigue. Thrombocytopenia most often arises from a different condition or treatment, such as alcoholism, autoimmune disease, cancer treatments, viruses (such as Hepatitis C and HIV), bone marrow diseases (such as leukemia and aplastic anemia), enlarged spleen, and exposure to toxic chemicals. In rare cases, thrombocytopenia is inherited.

If a doctor suspects a patient has a thrombocytopenia, a complete blood count (CBC) or platelet count test helps determine the concentration of platelets in a person's blood at a given time. Thrombocytopenia can be diagnosed by hematologists using advanced tests on platelet samples. Flow cytometry tests detect abnormalities by evaluating the characteristics of a platelet sample using targeted lasers and lights.

Treatments for low platelet counts include steroids like Prednisone, that can assist with platelet production. If a patient's low platelet count is caused by spleen problems, spleen removal (splenectomy) may be recommended. To treat the prolonged bleeding caused by thrombocytopenia, doctors frequently prescribe Dempressin, a hormone that promotes blood clotting. Antifibrinolytic medications such as tranexamic acid may also aid in the promotion of clotting and the prevention of bleeding. For patients with severe platelet disorders (either low platelet count and dysfunctional platelets), blood transfusions may be prescribed. Platelet blood transfusions deliver donated platelets to patients intravenously, replenishing the volume of functioning platelets.

Patients can also modify their lifestyle to better manage their disorder and minimize complications. Patients with low blood counts should avoid blood-thinning medications, alcohol, and activities that could lead to injury. Many people with thrombocytopenia can live healthy and fulfilling lives with proper treatment and precautions.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	37
inpatient care	37

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	983
inpatient care	941
outpatient care	42

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD.

**Gender**
Male	198
Female	158

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	262
Black	0
Hispanic	40
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	34

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	105
85 and over	40
Less than 65	73

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	40
Diabetes	51
Dementia	19
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	861
inpatient care	776
outpatient care	85

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD.

**Gender**
Male	182
Female	172

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	214
Black	0
Hispanic	68
Asian	33
Other	0
Native American	19

**Age**
From 65 to 74	124
From 75 to 84	104
85 and over	49
Less than 65	77

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	49
Dementia	21
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	565
inpatient care	537
outpatient care	28

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD.

**Gender**
Male	292
Female	262

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	180
Black	0
Hispanic	172
Asian	168
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	156
From 75 to 84	156
85 and over	110
Less than 65	132

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	62
Dementia	24
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	30
inpatient care	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	64
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	135
inpatient care	135

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD.

**Gender**
Male	81
Female	85

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	125
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	22
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	65
85 and over	35
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	72
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	33
Heart Failure	48
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	43
Dementia	31
Cancer	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	246
inpatient care	233
outpatient care	13

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD.

**Gender**
Male	132
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	194
Black	28
Hispanic	15
Asian	30
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	73
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	72
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	71
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	46
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	46
Dementia	29
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	187
inpatient care	175
outpatient care	12

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD.

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	124

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	20
Hispanic	0
Asian	15
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	55
From 75 to 84	62
85 and over	50
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	74
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	27
Heart Failure	54
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	54
Dementia	39
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	118
inpatient care	118

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD.

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	93

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	112
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	19
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	36
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	57
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	71
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	46
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	40
Dementia	37
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	142
inpatient care	118
outpatient care	24

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	96

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	118
Black	17
Hispanic	0
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	37
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	41
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	27
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	34
Heart Failure	45
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	55
Dementia	28
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated as an internist in Seattle, WA were hospital care, inpatient care and outpatient care.

hospital care	330
inpatient care	310
outpatient care	34

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD.

**Gender**
Female	113
Male	109

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	6
Asian / Pacific Islander	30
Non-Hispanic White	135
Hispanic	29
Native American / Alaskan Native	5
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	43
75 to 84	67
Less than 65	44
65 to 74	67

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	40
Atrial Fibrillation	19
Dementia	22
Cancer	13

Education & Training

She completed residency at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Peoria. She is certified by the Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Washington.

Residency: OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Peoria

Board Certification: Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Medicine (2011)

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Meghana Vivek, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
FOREST PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.	$22 TEFLARO $22
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$12 INVANZ $12

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$34

Biography

Dr. Meghana Vivek's medical specialty is hematology (blood disorders). Her areas of expertise include the following: anemia and thrombocytopenia (low platelet count). She completed her residency training at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Peoria. Dr. Vivek is affiliated with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center.