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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mason, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. James Mason, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Mason graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Radiation Oncology; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Mason is fluent in English, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mason’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mason’s office at (858) 554-5269.
Where did Dr. Mason go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Radiation Oncology; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | University of California
Is Dr. Mason board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Mason, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Mason speak?
Dr. Mason and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
Russian
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Mason typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Mason 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. Mason. 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Multiple Myeloma in Remission
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
- Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission
- Kahler's Disease in Remission
- Myeloma in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
- C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Mason typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Mason 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. Mason. 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:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
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. Mason accept my insurance?
Dr. Mason accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-5269 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mason accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Mason in La Jolla, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
HealthComp
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mason's office located?
Dr. James Mason's Primary Practice
10710 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 554-5269
What is Dr. Mason's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mason's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497717730.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mason?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mason
What is Dr. James Mason's specialty?
Dr. Mason is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near La Jolla, 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. James Mason affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mason is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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
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Is James Mason accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Mason is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Mason offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mason's office at (858) 554-5269 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Mason?
Please contact Dr. Mason's office at (858) 554-5269 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Mason have?
Dr. James Mason is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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