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Who is Dr. Schachter, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Levanto Schachter, DO is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Schachter graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital Program. Dr. Schachter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schachter’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schachter’s office.
Where did Dr. Schachter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scripps Mercy Hospital Program
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
What languages does Dr. Schachter speak?
Dr. Schachter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schachter treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Schachter 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. Schachter. 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
- 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Multiple Myeloma in Remission
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
- Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission', 'Kahler's Disease in Remission
- Myeloma in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
- C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Myelodysplastic/Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- CMML
- Myelomonocytic Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9310: Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- 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:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Which procedures does Dr. Schachter perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Levanto Schachter 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. Schachter's office.
Does Dr. Schachter accept my insurance?
Dr. Schachter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schachter accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Schachter in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
CenCal Health
Cigna
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schachter's office located?
Dr. Levanto Schachter's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
What is Dr. Schachter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schachter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093031668.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schachter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schachter
What is Dr. Levanto Schachter's specialty?
Dr. Schachter 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. Schachter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Levanto Schachter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schachter is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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
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Is Levanto Schachter accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Levanto Schachter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Levanto Schachter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schachter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Levanto Schachter?
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