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Who is Dr. Sankhala, Medical Oncologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sankhala is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sankhala’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sankhala’s office at (310) 552-9999.
Is Dr. Sankhala board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sankhala speak?
Dr. Sankhala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Sankhala treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Sankhala 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. Sankhala. 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:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Left Lower Limb
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
- Sarcoma of left leg
- Malignant soft tissue tumor of left leg
- Connective tissue cancer of left leg
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
- C4922: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of left lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer of the Left Leg
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
- Left Lower Limb Bone Cancer
- Left Leg Bone Tumor
- Left Thigh Bone Cancer
- Left Shin Bone Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
- C4022: Malignant neoplasm of long bones of left lower limb
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:
- Retroperitoneal Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Cancer
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- Retroperitoneal Tumor
- Malignant Retroperitoneal Neoplasm
- Abdominal Cancer
- GIST
- GI stromal tumor
- Stomach and bowel tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C480: Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum
- C49A0: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer (Other Specified Sites)
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic cancer
- Cancer spread to other organs
- Cancer metastases
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7989: Secondary malignant neoplasm of other specified sites
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
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
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST of small intestine
- Small bowel GIST
- Small intestine tumor
- GIST of stomach
- Gastric GIST
- Stomach tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A3: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of small intestine
- C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
Also known as:
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Uterine Tumor
- Uterine Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Uterus
ICD-10 Codes:
- C55: Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Intestinal Cancer
- Small Intestine Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Duodenal Cancer
- Small Bowel Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Duodenum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C170: Malignant neoplasm of duodenum
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count from Chemotherapy
- Blood Disorder
- Chemotherapy-induced agranulocytosis
- Neutropenia from cancer treatment
- Severe white blood cell deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D701: Agranulocytosis secondary to cancer chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Bone or Cartilage Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Bone Neoplasm
- Cartilage Neoplasm
- Uncertain Bone Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D480: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of bone and articular cartilage
Also known as:
- Unspecified Bone Disorder
- Bone Disease
- General bone problem
- Undiagnosed bone condition
- Bone disease not specified
ICD-10 Codes:
- M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sankhala perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sankhala's office.
Does Dr. Sankhala accept my insurance?
Dr. Sankhala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 552-9999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sankhala accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sankhala 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
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sankhala's office located?
Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala also offers virtual visits
Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala's Primary Practice
127 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 7
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 552-9999
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala?
Dr. Sankhala has appointments available at his Los Angeles, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Sankhala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sankhala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225214174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sankhala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sankhala
What is Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala's specialty?
Dr. Sankhala is a Medical Oncologist near Los Angeles, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Sankhala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sankhala is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Torrance Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?
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Is Kamalesh Sankhala accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sankhala, or call (310) 552-9999 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Kamalesh Sankhala?
Yes, Dr. Sankhala offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Sankhala, or call (310) 552-9999 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala have?
Dr. Kamalesh Sankhala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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