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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gandara, Cytopathologist in Rio Rancho, NM?
Dr. Elena Gandara, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Rio Rancho, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gandara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gandara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gandara’s office at (312) 503-8144.
What languages does Dr. Gandara speak?
Dr. Gandara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Gandara typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Gandara 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. Gandara. 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.
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Gandara typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elena Gandara may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Gandara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gandara accept my insurance?
Dr. Gandara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 503-8144 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gandara accept in Rio Rancho, NM?
Dr. Gandara in Rio Rancho, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gandara's office located?
Dr. Elena Gandara's Primary Practice
2400 Unser Blvd SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(312) 503-8144
What is Dr. Gandara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gandara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922661826.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gandara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gandara
What is Dr. Elena Gandara's specialty?
Dr. Gandara is a Cytopathologist near Rio Rancho, NM.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. Elena Gandara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gandara is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Plains Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Lincoln County Medical Center, Los Alamos 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 Elena Gandara accepting new patients in Rio Rancho, NM?
Yes, Dr. Elena Gandara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elena Gandara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gandara's office at (312) 503-8144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elena Gandara?
Please contact Dr. Gandara's office at (312) 503-8144 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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