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Dr. Lefan Zhuang, MD
Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
,Clinical Pathologist
Duarte, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhuang, Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Lefan Zhuang, MD is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Duarte, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zhuang is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhuang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhuang’s office at (626) 775-3271.
What languages does Dr. Zhuang speak?
Dr. Zhuang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zhuang typically treat?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zhuang 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. Zhuang. 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Donation
- Stem Cells
- Donate stem cells
- Bone marrow donation
- Hematopoietic stem cell donation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z52001: Unspecified donor, stem cells
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
- C8338: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of multiple sites
Also known as:
- Graft-Versus-Host Disease (GVHD)
- Immune System and Disorder
- GVHD
- Transplant Rejection
ICD-10 Codes:
- D89813: Graft-versus-host disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autologous Stem Cell Donation
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Self-stem cell donation
- Donating own stem cells
- Autologous hematopoietic stem cell collection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z52011: Autologous donor, stem cells
What procedures does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zhuang typically perform?
As a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zhuang 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. Zhuang. 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:
- Collecting Patient's Own Blood Stem Cells for Transplant
- Donor Stem Cell Collection
- Autologous Stem Cell Harvest
- Blood Stem Cell Collection
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Apheresis
- Allogeneic Stem Cell Harvest
- Blood Stem Cell Harvesting
- Hematopoietic Progenitor Cell Collection
CPT Codes:
- 38206: Blood-derived hematopoietic progenitor cell harvesting for transplantation, per collection; autologous
- 38205: Blood-derived hematopoietic progenitor cell harvesting for transplantation, per collection; allogeneic
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Freezing and Storage
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Cryopreservation
- Blood Stem Cell Storage
- Bone Marrow Stem Cell Banking
CPT Codes:
- 38207: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; cryopreservation and storage
Also known as:
- Plasma Depletion for Stem Cell Transplant
- Hematopoietic Cell Processing
- Stem Cell Volume Reduction
- Plasma Removal for Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 38214: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; plasma (volume) depletion
Also known as:
- CAR T-Cell Therapy: T-Cell Harvesting
- T-cell collection for CAR T-therapy
- Apheresis for CAR T-cells
- CAR T-cell manufacturing preparation
- Lymphocyte harvesting
CPT Codes:
- 38225: Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-Cell (Car-T) Therapy; Harvesting Of Blood-Derived T Lymphocytes For Development Of Genetically Modified Autologous Car-T Cells, Per Day
Also known as:
- Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)
- Therapeutic Plasmapheresis
- Plasma Pheresis
- Blood Plasma Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36514: Therapeutic apheresis; for plasma pheresis
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Zhuang accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhuang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 775-3271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhuang accept in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Zhuang in Duarte, 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
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Not Specified
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhuang's office located?
What is Dr. Zhuang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhuang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487098828.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhuang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhuang
What is Dr. Lefan Zhuang's specialty?
Dr. Zhuang is a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist near Duarte, CA.
What does a Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in blood banking/transfusion medicine ensures an adequate blood supply, prioritizes the safety of both donors and recipients, and oversees appropriate blood utilization. They conduct pre-transfusion compatibility and antibody testing to maximize the safety of blood transfusions. This specialist directs the preparation and safe administration of specific blood components, including red and white blood cells, platelets, plasma constituents, as well as marrow or stem cells for transplantation.
Is this Dr. Lefan Zhuang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhuang is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
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Is Lefan Zhuang accepting new patients in Duarte, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lefan Zhuang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lefan Zhuang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhuang's office at (626) 775-3271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lefan Zhuang?
Please contact Dr. Zhuang's office at (626) 775-3271 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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