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Who is Dr. Sama, Medical Oncologist in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Shashank Sama is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sama is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sama’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sama’s office at (801) 585-0100.
What languages does Dr. Sama speak?
Dr. Sama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sama typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Sama 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. Sama. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sama typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shashank Sama 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. Sama's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sama accept my insurance?
Dr. Sama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 585-0100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sama accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Sama in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sama's office located?
Dr. Shashank Sama's Primary Practice
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
(801) 585-0100
What is Dr. Sama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912435579.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sama
What is Dr. Shashank Sama's specialty?
Dr. Sama is a Medical Oncologist near Salt Lake City, UT.
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. Shashank Sama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sama is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Of Utah Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Shashank Sama accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Shashank Sama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shashank Sama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sama's office at (801) 585-0100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shashank Sama?
Please contact Dr. Sama's office at (801) 585-0100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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