Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rich, Medical Oncologist in Fort Wayne, IN?
Dr. Patricia Rich, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN. Dr. Rich is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rich’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rich’s office at 260-266-7100.
What languages does Dr. Rich speak?
Dr. Rich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Rich typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Rich 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. Rich. 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
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Rich typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Rich 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. Rich. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Rich accept my insurance?
Dr. Rich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 260-266-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rich accept in Fort Wayne, IN?
Dr. Rich in Fort Wayne, IN 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rich's office located?
What is Dr. Rich's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386750149.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rich?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rich
What is Dr. Patricia Rich's specialty?
Dr. Rich is a Medical Oncologist near Fort Wayne, IN.
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. Patricia Rich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rich is affiliated with Parkview Regional Medical Center, Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Parkview Huntington Hospital, Parkview Whitley Hospital, Lutheran Hospital - Indiana 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 Patricia Rich accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Rich is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patricia Rich offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rich's office at 260-266-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patricia Rich?
Please contact Dr. Rich's office at 260-266-7100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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