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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. Dr. Ferreira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferreira’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ferreira typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- 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:
- Cancer in Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Lymph Node Metastasis
- Metastatic Lymph Node Cancer
- Secondary Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C779: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph node, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Ferreira typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Ferreira's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. 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 Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City 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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