29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chaiken, Radiation Oncologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Lisa Chaiken, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Chaiken graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Radiation Oncology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chaiken is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chaiken’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chaiken’s office at (310) 829-8913.
Where did Dr. Chaiken go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Radiation Oncology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Chaiken board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Chaiken, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Chaiken speak?
Dr. Chaiken and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chaiken treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Chaiken 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. Chaiken. 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:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
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:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Chaiken perform as a Radiation Oncologist?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lisa Chaiken may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chaiken's office.
Does Dr. Chaiken accept my insurance?
Dr. Chaiken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 829-8913 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chaiken accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Chaiken in Santa Monica, 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
Amerivantage Rx
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Nebraska
State of Tennessee
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Chaiken's office located?
Dr. Lisa Chaiken's Primary Practice
2121 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 829-8913
What is Dr. Chaiken's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chaiken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528062023.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chaiken?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chaiken
What is Dr. Lisa Chaiken's specialty?
Dr. Chaiken is a Radiation Oncologist near Santa Monica, CA. A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors. Contact Dr. Chaiken to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lisa Chaiken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chaiken is affiliated with UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's 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
Where can I learn more about Radiation Oncologist?
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Is Lisa Chaiken accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Chaiken is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lisa Chaiken offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chaiken's office at (310) 829-8913 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lisa Chaiken?
Please contact Dr. Chaiken's office at (310) 829-8913 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lisa Chaiken have?
Dr. Lisa Chaiken is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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