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Dr. Howard Lee, MD
Stanford, CA
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lee, Medical Oncologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Howard Lee, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Lee completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Hematology/Oncology; Ca Dept Of Hlth Serv, General Preventive Medicine; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (650) 554-1000.
Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Hematology/Oncology; Ca Dept Of Hlth Serv, General Preventive Medicine; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Diagnostic Radiology
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny
Is Dr. Lee board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Lee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Preventative Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Lee typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:
- 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:
- 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. Lee typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Lee 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
Please contact Dr. Lee's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 554-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Lee in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other PACE
All Other Third Party
AMA Insurance Services
Blue Shield of California
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891702312.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee
What is Dr. Howard Lee's specialty?
Dr. Lee is a Medical Oncologist near Stanford, 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. Howard Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Uci 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Howard Lee accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Lee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Lee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (650) 554-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Lee?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (650) 554-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Lee have?
Dr. Howard Lee is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine.
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