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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Samara, Hematologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Yazeed Samara, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Samara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samara’s office at (800) 826-4673.
What languages does Dr. Samara speak?
Dr. Samara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Samara treat?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Samara 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. Samara. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Donation
- Stem Cells
- Donate stem cells
- Bone marrow donation
- Hematopoietic stem cell donation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z52001: Unspecified donor, stem cells
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
- Marrow Transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9481: Bone marrow transplant status
Also known as:
- Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- DLBCL
- Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma
- Diffuse B-cell Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C8330: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, unspecified site
What procedures does Dr. Samara perform?
As a Hematologist, Dr. Samara 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. Samara. 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:
- Stem Cell Donor Search and Acquisition Management
- Plasma Depletion for Stem Cell Transplant
- Bone marrow donor search
- Hematopoietic stem cell procurement
- Stem cell transplant coordination
- Hematopoietic Cell Processing
- Stem Cell Volume Reduction
- Plasma Removal for Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 38204: Management of recipient hematopoietic progenitor cell donor search and cell acquisition
- 38214: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; plasma (volume) depletion
Also known as:
- Autologous Stem Cell Transplant
- Bone Marrow Transplantation
- Autologous Bone Marrow Transplant
- HPC Transplant
- Self Stem Cell Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 38241: Hematopoietic progenitor cell (HPC); autologous transplantation
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Thawing Frozen Stem Cells for Transplant
- Hematopoietic stem cell thawing
- Bone marrow cell preparation
- Frozen cell thaw
- Stem cell transplant prep
CPT Codes:
- 38208: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; thawing of previously frozen harvest, without washing, per donor
Also known as:
- Stem Cell Freezing and Storage
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Cryopreservation
- Blood Stem Cell Storage
- Bone Marrow Stem Cell Banking
CPT Codes:
- 38207: Transplant preparation of hematopoietic progenitor cells; cryopreservation and storage
Also known as:
- Collecting Patient's Own Blood Stem Cells for Transplant
- Autologous Stem Cell Harvest
- Blood Stem Cell Collection
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Apheresis
CPT Codes:
- 38206: Blood-derived hematopoietic progenitor cell harvesting for transplantation, per collection; autologous
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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Does Dr. Samara accept my insurance?
Dr. Samara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 826-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samara accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Samara in Los Angeles, 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
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Samara's office located?
Dr. Yazeed Samara's Primary Practice
4760 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(800) 826-4673
What is Dr. Samara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528419355.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samara
What is Dr. Yazeed Samara's specialty?
Dr. Samara is a Hematologist near Los Angeles, CA. An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma. Contact Dr. Samara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Yazeed Samara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Samara is affiliated with City of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center 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 Yazeed Samara accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Yazeed Samara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yazeed Samara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samara's office at (800) 826-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yazeed Samara?
Please contact Dr. Samara's office at (800) 826-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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