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Who is Dr. Vicente, Surgical Oncologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Diego Vicente, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vicente is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vicente’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vicente’s office at (619) 532-7577.
What languages does Dr. Vicente speak?
Dr. Vicente and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Vicente typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Vicente 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. Vicente. 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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Vicente typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Diego Vicente 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
Please contact Dr. Vicente's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vicente accept my insurance?
Dr. Vicente accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 532-7577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vicente accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Vicente in San Diego, 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
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vicente's office located?
What is Dr. Vicente's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vicente's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912134479.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vicente?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vicente
What is Dr. Diego Vicente's specialty?
Dr. Vicente is a Surgical Oncologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Diego Vicente affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vicente is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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 Surgical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Diego Vicente accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Diego Vicente is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diego Vicente offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vicente's office at (619) 532-7577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diego Vicente?
Please contact Dr. Vicente's office at (619) 532-7577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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