Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhangoo, Medical Oncologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Munveer Bhangoo, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bhangoo is currently affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital. Dr. Bhangoo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhangoo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhangoo’s office at (858) 455-6158.
What languages does Dr. Bhangoo speak?
Dr. Bhangoo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Bhangoo typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Bhangoo 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. Bhangoo. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Bhangoo typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Bhangoo 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. Bhangoo. 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
Does Dr. Bhangoo accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhangoo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 455-6158 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhangoo accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Bhangoo in La Jolla, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhangoo's office located?
Dr. Munveer Bhangoo's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 455-6158
What is Dr. Bhangoo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhangoo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235499518.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhangoo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhangoo
What is Dr. Munveer Bhangoo's specialty?
Dr. Bhangoo is a Medical Oncologist near La Jolla, 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. Munveer Bhangoo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhangoo is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Cameron Memorial Community Hospital 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 Munveer Bhangoo accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Munveer Bhangoo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Munveer Bhangoo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhangoo's office at (858) 455-6158 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Munveer Bhangoo?
Please contact Dr. Bhangoo's office at (858) 455-6158 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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