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Dr. Janai Carr-Ascher, MD, PHD
Sacramento, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Carr-Ascher, Medical Oncologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Janai Carr-Ascher, MD, PHD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Carr-Ascher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carr-Ascher’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carr-Ascher’s office at (916) 734-5959.
What languages does Dr. Carr-Ascher speak?
Dr. Carr-Ascher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carr-Ascher treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Carr-Ascher 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. Carr-Ascher. 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:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Left Lower Limb
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
- Sarcoma of left leg
- Malignant soft tissue tumor of left leg
- Connective tissue cancer of left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
- C4921: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of right lower limb, including hip
- C4922: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip
- C4912: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of left upper limb, including shoulder
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer (Other Specified Sites)
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic cancer
- Cancer spread to other organs
- Cancer metastases
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7989: Secondary malignant neoplasm of other specified sites
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer of the Left Leg
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
- Left Lower Limb Bone Cancer
- Left Leg Bone Tumor
- Left Thigh Bone Cancer
- Left Shin Bone Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
- C4022: Malignant neoplasm of long bones of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Head, Face, or Neck
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Head and Neck Sarcoma
- Facial Soft Tissue Cancer
- Neck Soft Tissue Tumor
- Head Soft Tissue Malignancy
- Right Arm Soft Tissue Cancer
- Right Shoulder Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor Right Arm
- Right Upper Limb Sarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C490: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of head, face and neck
- C4911: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of right upper limb, including shoulder
Also known as:
- Retroperitoneal Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Cancer
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- Retroperitoneal Tumor
- Malignant Retroperitoneal Neoplasm
- Abdominal Cancer
- GIST
- GI stromal tumor
- Stomach and bowel tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C480: Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum
- C49A0: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Right Lung
- Lung Cancer Spread
- Lung Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer in Right Lung
- Secondary Tumor in Right Lung
- Right Lung Metastasis
- Metastatic Lung Cancer
- Secondary Lung Tumor
- Lung Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7801: Secondary malignant neoplasm of right lung
- C7800: Secondary malignant neoplasm of unspecified lung
Also known as:
- Kaposi Sarcoma
- KS
- Kaposi's Cancer', 'Kaposi's Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C469: Kaposi's sarcoma, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST of stomach
- Gastric GIST
- Stomach tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Neoplasm
- Soft Tissue Growth
- Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D481: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
Also known as:
- Bone or Cartilage Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Bone Neoplasm
- Cartilage Neoplasm
- Uncertain Bone Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D480: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of bone and articular cartilage
Also known as:
- Sinus Cancer
- Nasal Cancer
- Nasal sinus cancer
- Paranasal sinus cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sinus
ICD-10 Codes:
- C319: Malignant neoplasm of accessory sinus, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Carr-Ascher perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Janai Carr-Ascher 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. Carr-Ascher's office.
Does Dr. Carr-Ascher accept my insurance?
Dr. Carr-Ascher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-5959 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carr-Ascher accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Carr-Ascher in Sacramento, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
Renown Health / Hometown Health
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Where is Dr. Carr-Ascher's office located?
What is Dr. Carr-Ascher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carr-Ascher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538401195.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carr-Ascher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carr-Ascher
What is Dr. Janai Carr-Ascher's specialty?
Dr. Carr-Ascher is a Medical Oncologist near Sacramento, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Carr-Ascher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Janai Carr-Ascher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Carr-Ascher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uc Davis Medical Center. 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 Janai Carr-Ascher accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Janai Carr-Ascher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Janai Carr-Ascher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carr-Ascher's office at (916) 734-5959 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Janai Carr-Ascher?
Please contact Dr. Carr-Ascher's office at (916) 734-5959 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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