Dr. Ashutosh Lal, MD
San Francisco, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lal, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Ashutosh Lal, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lal is currently affiliated with Hematology/Oncology Childrens Hospital. Dr. Lal is fluent in English and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lal’s office at (510) 428-3172.
What languages does Dr. Lal speak?
Dr. Lal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Lal typically treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Lal 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. Lal. 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:
- Beta Thalassemia
- Hemoglobin E-Beta Thalassemia
- Alpha Thalassemia
- Thalassemia
- Beta thalassemia
- Alpha thalassemia
- Alpha thalassemia X-linked intellectual disability syndrome
- Beta-thalassemia major
- Cooley's anemia
- Thalassemia intermedia
- Hb E-Beta Thalassemia
- Hemoglobin E Thalassemia
- Alpha Thalassemia Trait
- Hemoglobin H Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D561: Beta thalassemia
- D565: Hemoglobin E-beta thalassemia
- D560: Alpha thalassemia
Also known as:
- Diamond-Blackfan Anemia
- Anemia
- Diamond-Blackfan anemia
- DBA
- Congenital pure red cell aplasia
- Inherited red cell aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6101: Constitutional (pure) red blood cell aplasia
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Hemochromatosis from Transfusions
- Hemochromatosis
- Transfusional Hemochromatosis
- Secondary Hemochromatosis
- Iron Overload from Blood Transfusions
ICD-10 Codes:
- E83111: Hemochromatosis due to repeated red blood cell transfusions
What procedures does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Lal typically perform?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Lal 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. Lal. 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 Exchange Transfusion (Adult/Child)
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
- Therapeutic Exchange Transfusion
- Blood Replacement Procedure
- Total Blood Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
- 36455: Exchange transfusion, blood; other than newborn
Does Dr. Lal accept my insurance?
Dr. Lal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 428-3172 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lal accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lal in San Francisco, 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
Community Health Network of Washington
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
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Where is Dr. Lal's office located?
Dr. Ashutosh Lal's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(510) 428-3172
What is Dr. Lal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023048469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lal
What is Dr. Ashutosh Lal's specialty?
Dr. Lal is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist do?
A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers.
Is this Dr. Ashutosh Lal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lal is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Uc Davis 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
When to see a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ashutosh Lal accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ashutosh Lal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashutosh Lal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lal's office at (510) 428-3172 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashutosh Lal?
Please contact Dr. Lal's office at (510) 428-3172 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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