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Dr. Ruby Kalra, MD

Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kalra, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Ruby Kalra, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Kalra graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology; Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatrics; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Kalra is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalra’s office at (323) 361-2121.

    Where did Dr. Kalra go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology; Children'S Hosp Of L A, Pediatrics; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Kalra board certified as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruby Kalra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kalra speak?

    Dr. Kalra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Kalra typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Kalra 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. Kalra. 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:

    • Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Immune thrombocytopenia
    • ITP
    • Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
    • Low platelet count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • ALL Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Childhood Leukemia in Remission

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis
    • Langerhans cell histiocytosis
    • Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis Treatment (PDQ)
    • LCH
    • Unifocal LCH

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C966: Unifocal Langerhans-cell histiocytosis

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Kalra typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruby Kalra may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kalra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kalra accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kalra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kalra accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Kalra in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Kalra's office located?

    Dr. Ruby Kalra's Primary Practice

    4650 W Sunset Blvd # 54

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 361-2121

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    Dr. Ruby Kalra's Practice 2

    2653 Elm Ave Ste 200

    Long Beach, CA 90806

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    What is Dr. Kalra's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kalra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104910041.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalra?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalra

    What is Dr. Ruby Kalra's specialty?

    Dr. Kalra is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist do?

    A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers.

    Is Dr. Ruby Kalra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kalra is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Ruby Kalra accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruby Kalra is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruby Kalra offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kalra's office at (323) 361-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruby Kalra?

    Please contact Dr. Kalra's office at (323) 361-2121 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kalra's office located?

    Dr. Kalra's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Long Beach, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruby Kalra have?

    Dr. Ruby Kalra is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.