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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Godfrey, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Scott Godfrey, DO is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Godfrey completed his residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology; Abington Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Godfrey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Godfrey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Godfrey’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Godfrey go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Medical Oncology; Abington Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
Is Dr. Godfrey board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Godfrey, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Godfrey speak?
Dr. Godfrey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Godfrey typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Godfrey 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. Godfrey. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Godfrey typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Godfrey 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. Godfrey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Godfrey accept my insurance?
Dr. Godfrey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Godfrey accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Godfrey in La Mesa, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Godfrey's office located?
Dr. Scott Godfrey's Primary Practice
5525 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 528-5000
What is Dr. Godfrey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Godfrey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659464089.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Godfrey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Godfrey
What is Dr. Scott Godfrey's specialty?
Dr. Godfrey is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near La Mesa, 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. Scott Godfrey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Godfrey is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital 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 Scott Godfrey accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Godfrey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Godfrey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Godfrey's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Godfrey?
Please contact Dr. Godfrey's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Godfrey have?
Dr. Scott Godfrey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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