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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oppelt, Medical Oncologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Peter Oppelt, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Oppelt is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oppelt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oppelt’s office at (314) 747-1171.
Is Dr. Oppelt board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Oppelt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Oppelt speak?
Dr. Oppelt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Oppelt typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Oppelt 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. Oppelt. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Oppelt typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Oppelt 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. Oppelt. 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:
- 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. Oppelt accept my insurance?
Dr. Oppelt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 747-1171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oppelt accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Oppelt in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Oppelt's office located?
Dr. Peter Oppelt's Primary Practice
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(314) 747-1171
What is Dr. Oppelt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oppelt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639332968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oppelt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oppelt
What is Dr. Peter Oppelt's specialty?
Dr. Oppelt is a Medical Oncologist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Peter Oppelt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oppelt is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Barnes-Jewish West County 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 Peter Oppelt accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Peter Oppelt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Oppelt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oppelt's office at (314) 747-1171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Oppelt?
Please contact Dr. Oppelt's office at (314) 747-1171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Oppelt have?
Dr. Peter Oppelt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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