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Who is Dr. Kristedja, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Timothy Kristedja, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kristedja is fluent in English, Chinese, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kristedja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kristedja’s office at (310) 453-5654.
What languages does Dr. Kristedja speak?
Dr. Kristedja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kristedja typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kristedja 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. Kristedja. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Kristedja typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Kristedja 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. Kristedja. 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:
- 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. Kristedja accept my insurance?
Dr. Kristedja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 453-5654 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kristedja accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Kristedja in Santa Monica, 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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kristedja's office located?
Dr. Timothy Kristedja's Primary Practice
2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 560W
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 453-5654
What is Dr. Kristedja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kristedja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881897494.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kristedja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kristedja
What is Dr. Timothy Kristedja's specialty?
Dr. Kristedja 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. Timothy Kristedja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kristedja is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Timothy Kristedja accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Kristedja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Kristedja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kristedja's office at (310) 453-5654 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Kristedja?
Please contact Dr. Kristedja's office at (310) 453-5654 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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