Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sigal, Medical Oncologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Darren Sigal, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sigal graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Uc Davis Med Ctr. Dr. Sigal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sigal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sigal’s office at (858) 554-5269.
Where did Dr. Sigal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Scripps Clinic
Residency: Uc Davis Med Ctr | University California
Medical School: University of California
Is Dr. Sigal board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Darren Sigal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sigal speak?
Dr. Sigal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sigal typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Sigal 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. Sigal. 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.
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sigal typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Sigal 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. Sigal. 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.
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Sigal accept my insurance?
Dr. Sigal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-5269 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sigal accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Sigal 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sigal's office located?
Dr. Darren Sigal's Primary Practice
10710 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-5269
What is Dr. Sigal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sigal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417120080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sigal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sigal
What is Dr. Darren Sigal's specialty?
Dr. Sigal is a Medical Oncologist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Darren Sigal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sigal is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Darren Sigal accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Darren Sigal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darren Sigal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sigal's office at (858) 554-5269 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darren Sigal?
Please contact Dr. Sigal's office at (858) 554-5269 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darren Sigal have?
Dr. Darren Sigal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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