Dr. Kavitha Raj, MD
Medical Oncologist
,Hematologist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
,Hematology / Oncology Specialist
Pleasanton, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Raj, Medical Oncologist in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Kavitha Raj, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Raj graduated from Kilpauk Medical College, University of Madras, Madras, Tamil Nadu India (Goa) India and completed her residency at Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Raj is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raj’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raj’s office at (925) 225-9520.
Where did Dr. Raj go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine | Charity Hospital of Louisiana at New Orleans
Medical School: Kilpauk Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Kilpauk Medical College, University of Madras, Madras, Tamil Nadu India (Goa) India
Is Dr. Raj board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Kavitha Raj, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Raj speak?
Dr. Raj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Raj typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Raj 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. Raj. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Raj typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Raj 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. Raj. 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 here.
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:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
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
Does Dr. Raj accept my insurance?
Dr. Raj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 225-9520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Raj accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Raj in Pleasanton, 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 Group
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Raj's office located?
Dr. Kavitha Raj's Primary Practice
5725 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 100
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(925) 225-9520
What is Dr. Raj's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Raj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053450767.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raj?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Raj
What is Dr. Kavitha Raj's specialty?
Dr. Raj is a Medical Oncologist near Pleasanton, CA.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Kavitha Raj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Raj is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Eden Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community 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 Kavitha Raj accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kavitha Raj is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kavitha Raj offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Raj's office at (925) 225-9520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kavitha Raj?
Please contact Dr. Raj's office at (925) 225-9520 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kavitha Raj have?
Dr. Kavitha Raj is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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