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Dr. Kristopher Wentzel, MD
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wentzel, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Kristopher Wentzel, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wentzel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wentzel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wentzel’s office.
What languages does Dr. Wentzel speak?
Dr. Wentzel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Wentzel typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Wentzel 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. Wentzel. 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:
- Anemia
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Urologic Cancer
- Genitourinary Cancer
- Urinary System Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C689: Malignant neoplasm of urinary organ, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Wentzel typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Wentzel 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. Wentzel. 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:
- 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. Wentzel accept my insurance?
Dr. Wentzel 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. Wentzel accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Wentzel in Santa Monica, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wentzel's office located?
Dr. Kristopher Wentzel's Primary Practice
1919 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 200
Santa Monica, CA 90404
What is Dr. Wentzel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wentzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427317403.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wentzel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wentzel
What is Dr. Kristopher Wentzel's specialty?
Dr. Wentzel is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Santa Monica, 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. Kristopher Wentzel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wentzel is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristopher Wentzel accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kristopher Wentzel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristopher Wentzel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wentzel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristopher Wentzel?
Please contact Dr. Wentzel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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