42 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mortimer, Medical Oncologist in Duarte, CA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mortimer?
Dr. Joanne Mortimer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mortimer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Clinical Trials, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Duarte, CA community, Dr. Mortimer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mortimer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH., Oncology
Is Dr. Mortimer board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Joanne Mortimer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1984, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1980
What languages does Dr. Mortimer speak?
Dr. Mortimer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Mortimer typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Mortimer 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. Mortimer. 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
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:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Mortimer typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Mortimer 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. Mortimer. 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.
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Does Dr. Mortimer accept my insurance?
Dr. Mortimer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 256-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mortimer accept in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Mortimer in Duarte, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mortimer's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Mortimer affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Mortimer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of Oncology Drug Advisory Committee of the FDA
Member of Missouri Cancer Pain Initiative
Professor of Association of Subspecialty Professors
Member of American Association of Cancer Research
Member of American College of Physicians ()
Member of American Medical Women's Association
Member of American Society of Clinical Oncology
Member of Cancer and Leukemia Group B
Member of Hoosier Oncology Group ()
Member of Missouri Society of Internal Medicine - Missouri Medical Society
Member of National Cancer Institute (Charter )
Member of National Core Content Review of Family Medicine
Awards
Listed as Best Doctors in San Gabriel Valley in Pasadena Magazine, 2008
Listed as one of America's Top Doctors by Castle Connolly 7th Edition, 2007
Listed as one of America's Top Doctors by Castle Connolly 6th Edition, 2006
Listed as one of America's Top Doctors by Castle Connolly 5th Edition, 2005
Listed as one of America's Top Doctors by Castle Connolly 4th Edition, 2004
Listed as one of America's Top Doctors by Castle Connolly 3rd Edition, 2003
Listed in Best Doctors in America
Top Doctor in St. Louis Magazine
Ladies Home Journal, April, 2002
The Best Doctors for Women - Coast to Coast, 2002
Breast Cancer Research Foundation Award, 2001
Listed in Castle Connolly America's Top Doctors 2nd Edition, 2001
Lifetime member of Kingston's National Registry of Who's Who
Leadership Award for Outstanding Clinical Care2000, 2000
Lifetime Member in Strathmores's National Register Who's Who, 2001
What is Dr. Mortimer's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mortimer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558319038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mortimer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mortimer