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Dr. Tara Sanft, MD
Medical Oncologist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist
,Hematology / Oncology Specialist
New Haven, CT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sanft, Medical Oncologist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Tara Sanft, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT. She is board certified. Dr. Sanft is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanft’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanft’s office at (203) 737-5686.
Is Dr. Sanft board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Tara Sanft, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sanft speak?
Dr. Sanft and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sanft typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Sanft 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. Sanft. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Arm Swelling After Mastectomy
- Lymphedema
- Mastectomy
- Post-Mastectomy Lymphedema
- Swelling After Breast Cancer Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- I972: Postmastectomy lymphedema syndrome
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sanft typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tara Sanft 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
Please contact Dr. Sanft's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sanft accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanft accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 737-5686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanft accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Sanft in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sanft's office located?
What is Dr. Sanft's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanft's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730374562.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanft?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanft
What is Dr. Tara Sanft's specialty?
Dr. Sanft is a Medical Oncologist near New Haven, CT.
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. Tara Sanft affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanft is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Bridgeport Hospital, William W. Backus Hospital, Greenwich Hospital, Lawrence & 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
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Is Tara Sanft accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Tara Sanft is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Sanft offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanft's office at (203) 737-5686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Sanft?
Please contact Dr. Sanft's office at (203) 737-5686 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tara Sanft have?
Dr. Tara Sanft is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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