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Dr. Gauri Kelekar, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kelekar, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Gauri Kelekar, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kelekar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kelekar’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. Kelekar’s office at (415) 668-0160.

    Is Dr. Kelekar board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gauri Kelekar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kelekar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kelekar treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kelekar 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. Kelekar. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    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:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency
    • Iron
    • Malnutrition
    • Lack of Iron
    • Low Iron Levels
    • Iron Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E611: Iron deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Other benign neuroendocrine growths
    • Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors

    What procedures does Dr. Kelekar perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kelekar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kelekar. 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:

    • Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
    • Venipuncture
    • IV Insertion
    • Intravenous Access
    • Catheter Placement Vein

    CPT Codes:

    • 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Sample
    • Marrow Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 38221: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies)

    Also known as:

    • Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)

    Also known as:

    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Kelekar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kelekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 668-0160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kelekar accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Kelekar in San Francisco, 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

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kelekar's office located?

    Dr. Gauri Kelekar's Primary Practice

    2324 Sacramento St Ste 111

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 668-0160

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    Dr. Gauri Kelekar's Practice 2

    1580 Valencia St Ste 802

    San Francisco, CA 94110

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    Dr. Gauri Kelekar's Practice 3

    34 Mark West Springs Rd

    Santa Rosa, CA 95403

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

    Dr. Kelekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922250323.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kelekar?

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

    What is Dr. Gauri Kelekar's specialty?

    Dr. Kelekar is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near San Francisco, 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. Kelekar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gauri Kelekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kelekar is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Novato Community Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional 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

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    Is Gauri Kelekar accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gauri Kelekar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gauri Kelekar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kelekar's office at (415) 668-0160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gauri Kelekar?

    Please contact Dr. Kelekar's office at (415) 668-0160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gauri Kelekar have?

    Dr. Gauri Kelekar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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