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Who is Dr. Dickerson, Medical Oncologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. James Dickerson, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dickerson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dickerson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dickerson’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What languages does Dr. Dickerson speak?
Dr. Dickerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Dickerson typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Dickerson 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. Dickerson. 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
- Right Female Nipple and Areola Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Cancer of right female nipple
- Right female areola tumor
- Malignant growth on right female nipple
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50011: Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast
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:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Dickerson typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Dickerson 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. Dickerson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dickerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Dickerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dickerson accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Dickerson in Stanford, 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
Care N' Care Insurance Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dickerson's office located?
What is Dr. Dickerson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dickerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851897813.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dickerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dickerson
What is Dr. James Dickerson's specialty?
Dr. Dickerson is a Medical Oncologist near Stanford, CA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. James Dickerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dickerson is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Eden 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Dickerson accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Dickerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Dickerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dickerson's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Dickerson?
Please contact Dr. Dickerson's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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