Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scher, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Beverly Hills, CA?
Dr. Kevin Scher, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Beverly Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Scher completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Scher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scher’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Scher?
Dr. Kevin Scher, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Scher empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Hematologic Malignancies, Hematology, Lung Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Beverly Hills, CA community, Dr. Scher is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Scher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center
Residency: UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine | Princeton University | Columbia University
What languages does Dr. Scher speak?
Dr. Scher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Scher typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Scher 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. Scher. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Scher typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Scher 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. Scher. 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:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
- Dietary Counseling
- Nutritional Assessment
- Registered Dietitian Consultation
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
- 97802: Medical nutrition therapy; initial assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
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
Does Dr. Scher accept my insurance?
Dr. Scher 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. Scher accept in Beverly Hills, CA?
Dr. Scher in Beverly Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Scher's office located?
What is Dr. Scher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457591075.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scher
What is Dr. Kevin Scher's specialty?
Dr. Scher is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Beverly Hills, CA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kevin Scher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scher is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kevin Scher accepting new patients in Beverly Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Scher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Scher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scher's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Scher?
Please contact Dr. Scher's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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