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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 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 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 a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Mell typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- Mouth Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base 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
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Mell typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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 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 Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Humana
Imperial Health Holdings
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
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.
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 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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