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Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Sankhala is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sankhala’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as a 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 a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sankhala typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Retroperitoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Retroperitoneal Tumor
- Malignant Retroperitoneal Neoplasm
- Abdominal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C480: Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Sankhala typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Sankhala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Blue Shield of California
Cedars-Sinai Healthcare System
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
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. Kamalesh Sankhala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sankhala is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Providence St. Patrick Hospital , Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 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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