21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yeon, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in South Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Christina Yeon, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in South Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Yeon completed her residency at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and American Society of Hematology. Dr. Yeon is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yeon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yeon’s office at (626) 396-2900.
Where did Dr. Yeon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Hematology/Oncology, UCLA (University of California, Los Angeles), CA
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals | University of California, Los Angeles
Is Dr. Yeon board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christina Yeon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001
What languages does Dr. Yeon speak?
Dr. Yeon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Yeon treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Yeon 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. Yeon. 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:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Left Female Nipple and Areola Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- 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
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Cancer of left female nipple
- Left female areola tumor
- Malignant growth on left female nipple
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50012: Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, left female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Negative (ER-) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Negative Cancer
- No Estrogen Receptors
- Hormone Receptor Negative
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z171: Estrogen receptor negative status [ER-]
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Yeon perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christina Yeon 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. Yeon's office.
Does Dr. Yeon accept my insurance?
Dr. Yeon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 396-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yeon accept in South Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Yeon in South Pasadena, 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
Amcare Co
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yeon's office located?
Dr. Christina Yeon's Primary Practice
209 Fair Oaks Ave
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 396-2900
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
Member
American Society of Hematology
Member
Awards
Southern California Super Doctors
ASCO Clinical Trials Participant Award
Best Physicians in San Gabriel Valley - Pasadena Magazine
Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society
Golden Key National Honor Society
What is Dr. Yeon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yeon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235186354.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yeon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yeon
What is Dr. Christina Yeon's specialty?
Dr. Yeon is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near South Pasadena, CA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Yeon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christina Yeon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yeon is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christina Yeon accepting new patients in South Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christina Yeon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Yeon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yeon's office at (626) 396-2900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Yeon?
Please contact Dr. Yeon's office at (626) 396-2900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christina Yeon have?
Dr. Christina Yeon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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