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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vakkalagadda, Medical Oncologist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Chetan Vakkalagadda, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vakkalagadda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vakkalagadda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vakkalagadda’s office at (503) 494-6594.
What languages does Dr. Vakkalagadda speak?
Dr. Vakkalagadda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Vakkalagadda typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Vakkalagadda 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. Vakkalagadda. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Head Cancer
- Neck Cancer
- Facial Cancer
- Malignant Head and Neck Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C760: Malignant neoplasm of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Vakkalagadda typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chetan Vakkalagadda may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Vakkalagadda's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vakkalagadda accept my insurance?
Dr. Vakkalagadda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-6594 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vakkalagadda accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Vakkalagadda in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
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Where is Dr. Vakkalagadda's office located?
Dr. Chetan Vakkalagadda's Primary Practice
3303 S Bond Ave
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 494-6594
What is Dr. Vakkalagadda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vakkalagadda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447781497.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vakkalagadda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vakkalagadda
What is Dr. Chetan Vakkalagadda's specialty?
Dr. Vakkalagadda is a Medical Oncologist near Portland, OR.
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. Chetan Vakkalagadda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vakkalagadda is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital - Portland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, Samaritan Albany General 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 Chetan Vakkalagadda accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Chetan Vakkalagadda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chetan Vakkalagadda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vakkalagadda's office at (503) 494-6594 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chetan Vakkalagadda?
Please contact Dr. Vakkalagadda's office at (503) 494-6594 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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