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Who is Dr. Chi, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Alhambra, CA?
Dr. Dorcas Chi, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Alhambra, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chi completed her residency at Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chi is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chi’s office at (310) 794-1276.
Where did Dr. Chi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Chi board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Dorcas Chi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chi speak?
Dr. Chi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Chi typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Chi 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. Chi. 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:
- 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
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Chi typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dorcas Chi 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
Please contact Dr. Chi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chi accept my insurance?
Dr. Chi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-1276 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chi accept in Alhambra, CA?
Dr. Chi in Alhambra, 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chi's office located?
Dr. Dorcas Chi's Primary Practice
1411 S Garfield Ave Ste 200
Alhambra, CA 91801
(310) 794-1276
What is Dr. Chi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922040609.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chi
What is Dr. Dorcas Chi's specialty?
Dr. Chi is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Alhambra, 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. Dorcas Chi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chi is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Uci 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dorcas Chi accepting new patients in Alhambra, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dorcas Chi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dorcas Chi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chi's office at (310) 794-1276 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dorcas Chi?
Please contact Dr. Chi's office at (310) 794-1276 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dorcas Chi have?
Dr. Dorcas Chi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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