44 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saleh, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Alfred Saleh, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Saleh graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Saleh is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saleh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saleh’s office at (858) 637-7888.
Where did Dr. Saleh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine | Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
Is Dr. Saleh board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Saleh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saleh speak?
Dr. Saleh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Saleh typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Saleh 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. Saleh. 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Right Female 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
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Right female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer right female breast
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
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50511: Malignant neoplasm of lower-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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Saleh typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alfred Saleh 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. Saleh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saleh accept my insurance?
Dr. Saleh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 637-7888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saleh accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Saleh in San Diego, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Saleh's office located?
Dr. Alfred Saleh's Primary Practice
3075 Health Center Dr Ste 102
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 637-7888
What is Dr. Saleh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saleh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780653857.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saleh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saleh
What is Dr. Alfred Saleh's specialty?
Dr. Saleh is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Alfred Saleh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saleh is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Alfred Saleh accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Saleh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Saleh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saleh's office at (858) 637-7888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Saleh?
Please contact Dr. Saleh's office at (858) 637-7888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Saleh have?
Dr. Alfred Saleh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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