Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fanta, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Paul Fanta, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fanta graduated from University Of Arizona College Of Medicine Tucson. Dr. Fanta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fanta’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fanta’s office at (800) 926-8273.
Where did Dr. Fanta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine Tucson | Medical Oncologist | Associate Professor of Medicine
Is Dr. Fanta board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Fanta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fanta speak?
Dr. Fanta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fanta treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Fanta 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. Fanta. 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.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- GIST
- GI Stromal Tumor
- Large Intestine Tumor
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- Rectal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C49A4: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of large intestine
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
- C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST of small intestine
- Small bowel GIST
- Small intestine tumor
- GIST of stomach
- Gastric GIST
- Stomach tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A3: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of small intestine
- C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST
- GI stromal tumor
- Stomach and bowel tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A0: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Which procedures does Dr. Fanta perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Fanta 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fanta's office.
Does Dr. Fanta accept my insurance?
Dr. Fanta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fanta accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Fanta 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Heritage Health
Humana
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fanta's office located?
What is Dr. Fanta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fanta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467661496.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fanta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fanta
What is Dr. Paul Fanta's specialty?
Dr. Fanta is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Fanta to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Fanta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fanta is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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
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Is Paul Fanta accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Fanta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Fanta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fanta's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Fanta?
Please contact Dr. Fanta's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Fanta have?
Dr. Paul Fanta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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