Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blakaj, Radiation Oncologist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Dukagjin Blakaj, MD, PHD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Blakaj graduated from Albert Einstein and completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Blakaj is fluent in English and Albanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blakaj’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blakaj’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Blakaj?
Dr. Dukagjin Blakaj, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Radiation Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Blakaj empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer, Image Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT), Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT), Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Columbus/OH community, Dr. Blakaj is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Blakaj go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein
What languages does Dr. Blakaj speak?
Dr. Blakaj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
English
What conditions does Dr. Blakaj treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Blakaj 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. Blakaj. 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.
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
- Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck
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:
- Throat Cancer
- Laryngeal cancer
- Supraglottic cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
- Tonsil Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
ICD-10 Codes:
- C321: Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
- C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Blakaj perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Blakaj 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. Blakaj. 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.
Also known as:
- Tympanometry
- Pure Tone Hearing Test (Air Conduction)
- Hearing Tests for Adults
- Hearing Tests for Children
- Impedance Audiometry
- Middle Ear Test
- Ear Pressure Test
- Audiometry Air Conduction
- Basic Hearing Test
- Threshold Audiometry
CPT Codes:
- 92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)
- 92552: Pure tone audiometry (threshold); air only
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Blakaj accept my insurance?
Dr. Blakaj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blakaj accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Blakaj in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
Molina
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Blakaj's office located?
What is Dr. Blakaj's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blakaj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144483272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blakaj?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blakaj
What is Dr. Dukagjin Blakaj's specialty?
Dr. Blakaj is a Radiation Oncologist near Columbus, OH. A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors. Contact Dr. Blakaj to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dukagjin Blakaj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blakaj is affiliated with Ohio State The James Cancer Hospital, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 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 Dukagjin Blakaj accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Dukagjin Blakaj is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dukagjin Blakaj offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blakaj's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dukagjin Blakaj?
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