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Dr. Janai Carr-Ascher, MD, PHD

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. Dr. Carr-Ascher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carr-Ascher’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Carr-Ascher typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
    • Cancer
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Connective Tissue Cancer
    • Soft Tissue Cancer

    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

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Cancer (Other Specified Sites)
    • Cancer
    • Metastatic cancer
    • Cancer spread to other organs
    • Cancer metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7989: Secondary malignant neoplasm of other specified sites

    Also known as:

    • Bone Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Primary Bone Cancer
    • Malignant Bone Tumor
    • Bone Sarcoma
    • Osteosarcoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Soft Tissue Cancer of Head, Face, or Neck
    • Cancer
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Head and Neck Sarcoma
    • Facial Soft Tissue Cancer
    • Neck Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Head Soft Tissue Malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C490: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of head, face and neck

    Also known as:

    • Kaposi Sarcoma
    • KS
    • Kaposi's Cancer
    • Kaposi's Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C469: Kaposi's sarcoma, unspecified

    What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Carr-Ascher typically perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Carr-Ascher 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. 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. 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. 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Carr-Ascher's office located?

    Hematology/Oncology Cancer Center

    4501 X St

    Sacramento, CA 95817

    (916) 734-5959

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    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.

    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. Janai Carr-Ascher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carr-Ascher is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Woodland Memorial Hospital 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Oncologist. 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 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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