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Dr. Loren Mell, MD

Dr. Loren Mell, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mell, Radiation Oncologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Loren Mell, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mell graduated from Chief, Head & Neck Malignancy Service and completed his residency at Resurrection Med Ctr, Transitional Year. Dr. Mell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mell’s office at (858) 822-6040.

    Where did Dr. Mell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Resurrection Med Ctr, Transitional Year | University of Chicago, Section of Gastroenterology and Nutrition

    • Medical School: Resurrection Medical Center, Chicago, IL | Chief, Head & Neck Malignancy Service | Associate Professor of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences | The University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, Chicago, IL | The University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, Chicago, IL

    Is Dr. Mell board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Loren Mell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Mell speak?

    Dr. Mell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mell treat?

    As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Mell 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. Mell. 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 Follow-up Exam
    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    Also known as:

    • Oral Cancer
    • Side of Tongue Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Tongue Cancer
    • Oral Cavity Cancer
    • Tongue Carcinoma
    • Lateral Tongue Carcinoma
    • Malignant Tumor on Side of Tongue
    • Cancer on tongue border

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
    • C021: Malignant neoplasm of border of tongue

    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:

    • Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
    • Cancer
    • Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
    • Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
    • Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck

    Also known as:

    • Salivary Gland Cancer
    • Parotid Gland Cancer
    • Salivary Gland Tumor
    • Salivary Gland Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C07: Malignant neoplasm of parotid gland

    What procedures does Dr. Mell perform?

    As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Mell 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. Mell. 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:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Mell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 822-6040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mell accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Mell in La Jolla, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • OptumRx

    • SelectCare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mell's office located?

    Dr. Loren Mell's Primary Practice

    3855 Health Sciences Dr # 843

    La Jolla, CA 92093

    (858) 822-6040

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    Dr. Loren Mell's Practice 2

    838 Nordahl Rd

    San Marcos, CA 92069

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    Dr. Loren Mell's Practice 3

    16918 Dove Canyon Rd

    San Diego, CA 92127

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    What is Dr. Mell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316119704.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mell

    What is Dr. Loren Mell's specialty?

    Dr. Mell is a Radiation Oncologist near La Jolla, CA. A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors. Contact Dr. Mell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Loren Mell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mell is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Loren Mell accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Loren Mell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Loren Mell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mell's office at (858) 822-6040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Loren Mell?

    Please contact Dr. Mell's office at (858) 822-6040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Loren Mell have?

    Dr. Loren Mell is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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