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Who is Dr. Palaskas, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Palaskas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palaskas’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palaskas’s office at (818) 995-8044.
Is Dr. Palaskas board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Palaskas speak?
Dr. Palaskas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Palaskas treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Palaskas 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. Palaskas. 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:
- 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
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
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Urinary Organs
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Metastatic Urinary Organ Cancer
- Secondary Tumor in Urinary System
- Urinary System Metastasis
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7910: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified urinary organs
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Other Forms of Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
- Secondary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
- M818: Other osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Urologic Cancer
- Genitourinary Cancer
- Urinary System Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C689: Malignant neoplasm of urinary organ, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Polycythemia vera
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- PV
- Primary polycythemia
- Erythremia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D45: Polycythemia vera
Which procedures does Dr. Palaskas perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas 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. Palaskas' office.
Does Dr. Palaskas accept my insurance?
Dr. Palaskas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 995-8044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palaskas accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Palaskas in Santa Monica, 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
City of Los Angeles
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Palaskas' office located?
Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas' Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 580
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(818) 995-8044
Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas' Practice 3
501 Deep Valley Dr Ste 100
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
What is Dr. Palaskas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palaskas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750545448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palaskas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palaskas
What is Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas's specialty?
Dr. Palaskas is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Santa Monica, CA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Palaskas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palaskas is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Nicolaos Palaskas accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palaskas's office at (818) 995-8044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicolaos Palaskas?
Please contact Dr. Palaskas's office at (818) 995-8044 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas have?
Dr. Nicolaos Palaskas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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