14 Years of Experience
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 Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Rice typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Rice typically 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. 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
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. Kristen Rice affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rice is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 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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