Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sandhu, Radiation Oncologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Ajay Pal Sandhu, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sandhu graduated from Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India and completed his residency at University Of Rochester Med Center. Dr. Sandhu is fluent in English and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sandhu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandhu’s office at (858) 822-6055.
Where did Dr. Sandhu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Rochester Med Center
Medical School: Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India | University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester | University of Rochester | Radiation Oncologist | Medical Director and Professor of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences
Is Dr. Sandhu board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Pal Sandhu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Sandhu speak?
Dr. Sandhu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Sandhu typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Sandhu 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. Sandhu. 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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
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 Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Sandhu typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ajay Pal Sandhu may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Sandhu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sandhu accept my insurance?
Dr. Sandhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 822-6055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sandhu accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Sandhu in La Jolla, 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
HealthRight Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sandhu's office located?
What is Dr. Sandhu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sandhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881610137.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandhu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sandhu
What is Dr. Ajay Pal Sandhu's specialty?
Dr. Sandhu is a Radiation Oncologist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Ajay Pal Sandhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sandhu is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca 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 Ajay Pal Sandhu accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Pal Sandhu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajay Pal Sandhu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sandhu's office at (858) 822-6055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ajay Pal Sandhu?
Please contact Dr. Sandhu's office at (858) 822-6055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ajay Pal Sandhu have?
Dr. Ajay Pal Sandhu is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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