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Steven Kossman, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Hematology/oncology
(board certified)
Oncology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
Steven Kossman, MD
4.9
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Hematology/oncology
(board certified)
Oncology
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
Location and phone
Medical Oncology Associates of San Diego
5555 Reservoir Dr
Suite 306
San Diego, CA 92120
Get directionsMedical Oncology Associates of San Diego
3075 Health Center Dr
Suite 102
San Diego, CA 92123
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Care schedule
Medical Oncology Associates of San Diego
3075 Health Center Dr
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About Steven Kossman, MD
I provide sensitive, comprehensive care for patients with cancer and blood disorders.
Age: 58
In practice since: 1999
Gender: Male
Languages: English, Spanish
Education
Vanderbilt University: Residency
Vanderbilt University: Internship
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center: Fellowship
Tulane University: Medical School
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Blood disorders
- Bone marrow aspiration studies
- Breast cancer
- Cancer
- End-of-life care
- Head and neck cancer
- Nutrition
- Second opinions
- Sickle cell anemia
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NPI
1477628634
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Insurance plans accepted
Steven Kossman, MD, accepts 33 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.9
30 ratings
Patient ratings
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.9
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.9
Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.9
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
September 10, 2025
5.0
Staff and PA always friendly and kind.
Verified Patient
June 30, 2025
5.0
Excellent experience. Exceptional.
Verified Patient
June 9, 2025
5.0
Dr. Kossman is by far the best Oncologist I ever had. He is so sensitive & empathetic for a male doctor. I feel completely comfortable with him. He answers questions very well & gives lots of information.
Verified Patient
May 16, 2025
5.0
Dr. Kossman is light hearted which I appreciate since the situation is nerving already. He has excellent bed-side manner.
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Special recognitions
Guardian Angel recognitions
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Guardian Angel recognitions
Steven Kossman, MD, has received Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Steven Kossman, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
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