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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yen, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Michael Yen, MD, PHD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Yen graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Yen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yen’s office at (831) 475-2220.
Where did Dr. Yen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Yen board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Yen, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yen speak?
Dr. Yen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Yen typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Yen 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. Yen. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Yen typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Yen 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. Yen. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Blood Draw
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Blood Letting
- Blood Removal for Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 99195: Phlebotomy, therapeutic (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
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:
- 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. Yen accept my insurance?
Dr. Yen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 475-2220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yen accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Yen in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yen's office located?
Dr. Michael Yen's Primary Practice
1669 Dominican Way
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 475-2220
What is Dr. Yen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437269313.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yen
What is Dr. Michael Yen's specialty?
Dr. Yen is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Santa Cruz, CA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Michael Yen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yen is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Yen accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Yen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Yen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yen's office at (831) 475-2220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Yen?
Please contact Dr. Yen's office at (831) 475-2220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Yen have?
Dr. Michael Yen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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