Who is Dr. Lara, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lara?
Dr. Primo Lara, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lara empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Trials, Genitourinary Cancer, Thoracic Cancers, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sacramento, CA community, Dr. Lara is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine
Is Dr. Lara board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Primo Lara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lara speak?
Dr. Lara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Lara typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Lara 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. Lara. 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 carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Lara typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Lara 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. Lara. 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:
- 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. Lara accept my insurance?
Dr. Lara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lara accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Lara in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lara's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Lara affiliated with?
Dr. Lara has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lara's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972585743.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lara