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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ferreira, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Alexander Ferreira, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Ferreira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferreira’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferreira’s office at (562) 590-0345.
Where did Dr. Ferreira go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Central De Venezuela - Jose Maria Vargas
What languages does Dr. Ferreira speak?
Dr. Ferreira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ferreira treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Ferreira 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. Ferreira. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
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:
- Cancer in Lymph Nodes
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Pleura
- Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Pleural Disorder
- Lymph Node Metastasis
- Metastatic Lymph Node Cancer
- Secondary Lymphoma
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Metastatic Pleural Cancer
- Secondary Pleural Tumor
- Pleural Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C779: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph node, unspecified
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C782: Secondary malignant neoplasm of pleura
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Hodgkin's Disease', 'Hodgkin's Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8190: Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Axillary Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Armpit
ICD-10 Codes:
- C773: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of axilla and upper limb lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
- Anemia
- Autoimmune Disease
- AIHA
- Immune Hemolytic Anemia
- Anemia caused by immune system
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5910: Autoimmune hemolytic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Lymphoid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Unspecified lymphoid leukemia
- Atypical lymphoid leukemia
- Rare lymphoid leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C91Z0: Other lymphoid leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Tobacco Cessation Counseling
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
- Smoking cessation counseling
- Quitting tobacco support
- Nicotine addiction counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling
Also known as:
- Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Lymphatic Cancer
- Lymphosarcoma
- NHL
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8590: Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, unspecified, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Which procedures does Dr. Ferreira perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Ferreira 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. Ferreira's office.
Does Dr. Ferreira accept my insurance?
Dr. Ferreira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 590-0345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ferreira accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Ferreira in Los Angeles, 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
Apex Healthcare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
University of California
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Where is Dr. Ferreira's office located?
Dr. Alexander Ferreira's Primary Practice
6041 Cadillac Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(562) 590-0345
What is Dr. Ferreira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ferreira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801811013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferreira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ferreira
What is Dr. Alexander Ferreira's specialty?
Dr. Ferreira is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Los Angeles, 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. Ferreira to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Ferreira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ferreira is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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
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Is Alexander Ferreira accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Ferreira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Ferreira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ferreira's office at (562) 590-0345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Ferreira?
Please contact Dr. Ferreira's office at (562) 590-0345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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