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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dolkar, Radiation Oncologist in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Dechen Dolkar, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Fullerton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Dolkar graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed her residency at UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School. Dr. Dolkar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dolkar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dolkar’s office at (323) 865-3050.
Where did Dr. Dolkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Dolkar board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Dechen Dolkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Dolkar speak?
Dr. Dolkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Dolkar typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Dolkar 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. Dolkar. 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:
- 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
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
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Dolkar typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Dolkar 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. Dolkar. 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:
- Vaginal Radiation Afterloader Insertion
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device
- Internal Radiation Apparatus
- Vaginal Radiation Delivery
CPT Codes:
- 57156: Insertion of a vaginal radiation afterloading apparatus for clinical brachytherapy
Does Dr. Dolkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Dolkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 865-3050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dolkar accept in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Dolkar in Fullerton, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Medicare
Not Specified
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dolkar's office located?
Dr. Dechen Dolkar's Primary Practice
2151 N Harbor Blvd Ste 1500
Fullerton, CA 92835
(323) 865-3050
What is Dr. Dolkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dolkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861475683.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dolkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dolkar
What is Dr. Dechen Dolkar's specialty?
Dr. Dolkar is a Radiation Oncologist near Fullerton, CA.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Dechen Dolkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dolkar is affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, San Antonio Regional Hospital 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
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Is Dechen Dolkar accepting new patients in Fullerton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dechen Dolkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dechen Dolkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dolkar's office at (323) 865-3050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dechen Dolkar?
Please contact Dr. Dolkar's office at (323) 865-3050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dechen Dolkar have?
Dr. Dechen Dolkar is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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