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Who is Dr. Sanford, Medical Oncologist in West Harrison, NY?
Dr. Rachel Sanford, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in West Harrison, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sanford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanford’s office at (310) 373-6057.
What languages does Dr. Sanford speak?
Dr. Sanford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sanford typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Sanford 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. Sanford. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
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:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sanford typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Sanford 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. Sanford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sanford accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 373-6057 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanford accept in West Harrison, NY?
Dr. Sanford in West Harrison, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sanford's office located?
What is Dr. Sanford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245557289.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanford
What is Dr. Rachel Sanford's specialty?
Dr. Sanford is a Medical Oncologist near West Harrison, NY.
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. Rachel Sanford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanford is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Griffin 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rachel Sanford accepting new patients in West Harrison, NY?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Sanford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Sanford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanford's office at (310) 373-6057 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Sanford?
Please contact Dr. Sanford's office at (310) 373-6057 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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