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52 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Maala Sarao, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Norma Maala Sarao, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 52 years and is board certified. Dr. Maala Sarao graduated from University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center and completed her residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Dr. Maala Sarao is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Maala Sarao’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Maala Sarao’s office at (310) 371-2288.
Where did Dr. Maala Sarao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Maala Sarao speak?
Dr. Maala Sarao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Maala Sarao treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Maala Sarao 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. Maala Sarao. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Malnutrition
- Vitamins
- Lack of Vitamins
- Low Vitamin Levels
- Avitaminosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E569: Vitamin deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Maala Sarao perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Norma Maala Sarao 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. Maala Sarao's office.
Does Dr. Maala Sarao accept my insurance?
Dr. Maala Sarao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 371-2288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Maala Sarao accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Maala Sarao in Torrance, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Provider Networks
Scan Health Plan
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Maala Sarao's office located?
Dr. Norma Maala Sarao's Primary Practice
3440 W Carson St Ste 301
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 371-2288
What is Dr. Maala Sarao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Maala Sarao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003927963.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Maala Sarao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Maala Sarao
What is Dr. Norma Maala Sarao's specialty?
Dr. Maala Sarao is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Torrance, 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. Maala Sarao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Norma Maala Sarao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Maala Sarao is affiliated with Torrance Memorial 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
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Is Norma Maala Sarao accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Norma Maala Sarao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Norma Maala Sarao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Maala Sarao's office at (310) 371-2288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Norma Maala Sarao?
Please contact Dr. Maala Sarao's office at (310) 371-2288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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