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Dr. Dhara Macdermed, MD

San Mateo, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Macdermed, Radiation Oncologist in San Mateo, CA?

    Dr. Dhara Macdermed, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Mateo, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Macdermed completed her residency at University Of Chicago-Pritzker School Of Medicine. Dr. Macdermed is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Macdermed’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Macdermed’s office at (650) 696-4509.

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

    • Residency: University Of Chicago-Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Macdermed board certified in Radiation Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Dhara Macdermed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Macdermed speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Macdermed treat?

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

    • Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
    • Right female breast cancer upper-inner
    • Upper-inner right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
    • Left female breast cancer upper-inner
    • Upper-inner left female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
    • Right female breast cancer lower-outer
    • Lower-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
    • C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
    • C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
    • C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
    • Radiation treatment for cancer
    • Oncology radiation
    • Radiotherapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Which procedures does Dr. Macdermed perform as a Radiation Oncologist?

    As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dhara Macdermed may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Macdermed's office.

    Does Dr. Macdermed accept my insurance?

    Dr. Macdermed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 696-4509 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Macdermed accept in San Mateo, CA?

    Dr. Macdermed in San Mateo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Mateo

    • Medicare

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Macdermed's office located?

    Dr. Dhara Macdermed's Primary Practice

    100 S San Mateo Dr

    San Mateo, CA 94401

    (650) 696-4509

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

    Dr. Macdermed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366616807.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Macdermed?

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

    What is Dr. Dhara Macdermed's specialty?

    Dr. Macdermed is a Radiation Oncologist near San Mateo, 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. Macdermed to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dhara Macdermed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Macdermed is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Radiation Oncologist?

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    Is Dhara Macdermed accepting new patients in San Mateo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Dhara Macdermed is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dhara Macdermed offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Macdermed's office at (650) 696-4509 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dhara Macdermed?

    Please contact Dr. Macdermed's office at (650) 696-4509 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dhara Macdermed have?

    Dr. Dhara Macdermed is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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