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Dr. Crystal May, DO

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. May, Diagnostic Radiologist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Crystal May, DO is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. May is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. May’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. May’s office at (916) 734-9200.

    What languages does Dr. May speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. May typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. May 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. May. 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pulmonary Edema
    • Lung Disease
    • Long-term Fluid in Lungs
    • Persistent Lung Congestion
    • Chronic Lung Fluid Buildup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J811: Chronic pulmonary edema

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. May typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. May 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. May. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Tissue Sample
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip

    CPT Codes:

    • 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • Breast Biopsy
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
    • Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast Marker Placement
    • Wire Localization Breast
    • Mammographic Guided Breast Localization

    CPT Codes:

    • 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast clip placement
    • Wire localization for breast surgery
    • Radioactive seed placement in breast
    • Ultrasound-guided breast marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. May accept my insurance?

    Dr. May accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-9200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. May accept in Oakland, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. May's office located?

    Dr. Crystal May's Primary Practice

    6955 Foothill Blvd Ste 200

    Oakland, CA 94605

    (916) 734-9200

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    Dr. Crystal May's Practice 2

    2070 Clinton Ave

    Alameda, CA 94501

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    Dr. Crystal May's Practice 3

    2315 Stockton Blvd

    Sacramento, CA 95817

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

    Dr. May's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235475518.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. May?

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

    What is Dr. Crystal May's specialty?

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Crystal May affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. May is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Eden Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, John Muir Health Concord 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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. Crystal May accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Crystal May is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Crystal May offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. May's office at (916) 734-9200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Crystal May?

    Please contact Dr. May's office at (916) 734-9200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. May's office located?

    Dr. May's offices are located in Oakland, CA, Alameda, CA, and Sacramento, CA.