Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hecht, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Joel Hecht, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hecht completed his residency at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Dr. Hecht is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hecht’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hecht’s office at (310) 586-2097.
Where did Dr. Hecht go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Medical Oncology, UCLA School of Medicine | Medicine/Gastroenterology, UCLA School of Medicine | UCLA
Residency: Northwestern Memorial Hospital | Northwestern University Affiliated Hospitals | Northwestern Univ Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hecht board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Hecht, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1987
What languages does Dr. Hecht speak?
Dr. Hecht and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hecht treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Hecht 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. Hecht. 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.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Colon Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
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:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Aggressive Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Secondary Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Benign Tumor
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
- Poorly Differentiated NET
- High-Grade Neuroendocrine Carcinoma
- Malignant Neuroendocrine Neoplasm
- Metastatic Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Spread NET
- Secondary NET
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
- C7A1: Malignant poorly differentiated neuroendocrine tumors
- C7B8: Other secondary neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
- Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
- Gullet Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
- C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anus Cancer
- Anal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Carcinoid Tumor
- Carcinoid Tumor
- Gastrointestinal Neuroendocrine Tumor Treatment (PDQ®)
- Small Bowel Carcinoid
- Malignant Small Intestine Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Intestinal Carcinoid
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A019: Malignant carcinoid tumor of the small intestine, unspecified portion
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count from Chemotherapy
- Blood Disorder
- Chemotherapy-induced agranulocytosis
- Neutropenia from cancer treatment
- Severe white blood cell deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D701: Agranulocytosis secondary to cancer chemotherapy
Which procedures does Dr. Hecht perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joel Hecht 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hecht's office.
Does Dr. Hecht accept my insurance?
Dr. Hecht accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 586-2097 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hecht accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Hecht in Santa Monica, 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
Cigna
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hecht's office located?
Dr. Joel Hecht's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 586-2097
Recognitions
Awards
Southern California Super Doctors
Southern California Super Doctors 2008
Los Angeles Super Doctors
What is Dr. Hecht's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hecht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790703742.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hecht?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hecht
What is Dr. Joel Hecht's specialty?
Dr. Hecht is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Santa Monica, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Hecht to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joel Hecht affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hecht is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Joel Hecht accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joel Hecht is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Hecht offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hecht's office at (310) 586-2097 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Hecht?
Please contact Dr. Hecht's office at (310) 586-2097 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Hecht have?
Dr. Joel Hecht is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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