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Dr. Karl Gaal, MD

Hematopathologist, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Duarte, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gaal, Hematopathologist in Duarte, CA?

    Dr. Karl Gaal, MD is a Hematopathologist, who primarily practices in Duarte, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Gaal graduated from University of California and completed his residency at City Of Hope Natl Med Ctr, Hematology-Pathology La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Gaal is fluent in English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaal’s office at (626) 359-8111.

    Where did Dr. Gaal go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: City Of Hope Natl Med Ctr, Hematology-Pathology La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California

    What languages does Dr. Gaal speak?

    Dr. Gaal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Hematopathologist like Dr. Gaal typically treat?

    As a Hematopathologist, Dr. Gaal 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. Gaal. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • AML Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia
    • AML Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
    • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • High Gamma Globulin Levels
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Polyclonal Hypergammaglobulinemia
    • Elevated Gamma Globulins
    • Immune Protein Excess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D890: Polyclonal hypergammaglobulinemia

    What procedures does a Hematopathologist like Dr. Gaal typically perform?

    As a Hematopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karl Gaal may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gaal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Gaal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gaal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 359-8111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gaal accept in Duarte, CA?

    Dr. Gaal in Duarte, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • H & R Block

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gaal's office located?

    Dr. Karl Gaal's Primary Practice

    1500E Duarte Rd

    Duarte, CA 91010

    (626) 359-8111

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    Dr. Karl Gaal's Practice 2

    209 Fair Oaks Ave

    South Pasadena, CA 91030

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    What is Dr. Gaal's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gaal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710943543.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaal?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaal

    What is Dr. Karl Gaal's specialty?

    Dr. Gaal is a Hematopathologist near Duarte, CA.

    What does a Hematopathologist do?

    A hematopathologist specializes in diseases that impact blood cells, blood clotting mechanisms, bone marrow, and lymph nodes. This physician possesses the knowledge and technical skills necessary for the laboratory diagnosis of conditions such as anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, bleeding disorders, and blood clotting disorders.

    Is Dr. Karl Gaal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gaal is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hematopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematopathologist. 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 Dr. Karl Gaal accepting new patients in Duarte, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Gaal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Gaal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gaal's office at (626) 359-8111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karl Gaal?

    Please contact Dr. Gaal's office at (626) 359-8111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gaal's office located?

    Dr. Gaal's offices are located in Duarte, CA and South Pasadena, CA.