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Who is Dr. Santa-Maria, Medical Oncologist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Cesar Santa-Maria, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Santa-Maria is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santa-Maria’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santa-Maria’s office at (202) 660-6500.
Is Dr. Santa-Maria board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Cesar Santa-Maria, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Santa-Maria speak?
Dr. Santa-Maria and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Santa-Maria treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Santa-Maria 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. Santa-Maria. 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
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
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
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Which procedures does Dr. Santa-Maria perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cesar Santa-Maria may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Santa-Maria's office.
Does Dr. Santa-Maria accept my insurance?
Dr. Santa-Maria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 660-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santa-Maria accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Santa-Maria in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Santa-Maria's office located?
Dr. Cesar Santa-Maria's Primary Practice
8600 Old Georgetown Rd
Bethesda, MD 20814
(202) 660-6500
What is Dr. Santa-Maria's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santa-Maria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134381692.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santa-Maria?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santa-Maria
What is Dr. Cesar Santa-Maria's specialty?
Dr. Santa-Maria is a Medical Oncologist near Bethesda, MD. 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. Contact Dr. Santa-Maria to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cesar Santa-Maria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Santa-Maria is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Medical Oncologist?
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Is Cesar Santa-Maria accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Cesar Santa-Maria is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cesar Santa-Maria offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santa-Maria's office at (202) 660-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cesar Santa-Maria?
Please contact Dr. Santa-Maria's office at (202) 660-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cesar Santa-Maria have?
Dr. Cesar Santa-Maria is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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