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53 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Song, Medical Oncologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Seung-Yilt Song, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 53 years. Dr. Song graduated from Catholic University Of Daegu, School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School Program. Dr. Song is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Song’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Song’s office at (858) 571-2811.
Where did Dr. Song go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School Program
Medical School: Catholic Med College | Catholic University Of Daegu, School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Song speak?
Dr. Song and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Song typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Song 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. Song. 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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Song typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Song 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. Song. 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:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
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
Does Dr. Song accept my insurance?
Dr. Song accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 571-2811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Song accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Song in San Diego, 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
Astiva Health
Community Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Song's office located?
Dr. Seung-Yilt Song's Primary Practice
7930 Frost St Ste 405
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 571-2811
What is Dr. Song's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Song's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578677860.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Song?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Song
What is Dr. Seung-Yilt Song's specialty?
Dr. Song is a Medical Oncologist near San Diego, 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. Seung-Yilt Song affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Song is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Seung-Yilt Song accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Seung-Yilt Song is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Seung-Yilt Song offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Song's office at (858) 571-2811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Seung-Yilt Song?
Please contact Dr. Song's office at (858) 571-2811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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