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 by the American Board of Radiology. 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.
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 in 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
- Secondary Cancer (Other Specified Sites)
- Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Metastatic cancer
- Cancer spread to other organs
- Cancer metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C7989: Secondary malignant neoplasm of other specified sites
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
- Throat Carcinoma
- Tonsillar Cancer
- Laryngeal cancer
- Supraglottic cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
- Nasopharyngeal Cancer
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Glottic Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
ICD-10 Codes:
- C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
- C090: Malignant neoplasm of tonsillar fossa
- C321: Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
- C118: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of nasopharynx
- C320: Malignant neoplasm of glottis
- C108: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of oropharynx
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
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Head, Face, or Neck
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Head and Neck Sarcoma
- Facial Soft Tissue Cancer
- Neck Soft Tissue Tumor
- Head Soft Tissue Malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- C490: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
Which procedures does Dr. Mell perform as a Radiation Oncologist?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Loren Mell may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mell's office.
Does Dr. Mell accept my insurance?
Dr. Mell 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. 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
OptumRx
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mell's office located?
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 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 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 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 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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