14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rice, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kristen Rice, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Rice is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rice’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rice’s office at (858) 637-7888.
Where did Dr. Rice go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Rice board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Rice, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rice speak?
Dr. Rice and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rice treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
- Melanoma
- Scalp Melanoma
- Neck Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Scalp
- Skin Cancer of Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
What procedures does Dr. Rice perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Rice accept my insurance?
Dr. Rice accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 637-7888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rice accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Rice in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Hackensack Meridian Health
Humana
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rice's office located?
Dr. Kristen Rice's Primary Practice
3075 Health Center Dr Ste 102
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 637-7888
What is Dr. Rice's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558542845.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rice?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rice
What is Dr. Kristen Rice's specialty?
Dr. Rice is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Rice to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristen Rice affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rice is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista 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 Kristen Rice accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Rice is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Rice offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (858) 637-7888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Rice?
Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (858) 637-7888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristen Rice have?
Dr. Kristen Rice is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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