Dr. Vikas Dudeja

Surgeon, Surgical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Dudeja, Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?

Dr. Vikas Dudeja is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Dudeja is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dudeja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dudeja’s office at (205) 934-4011.

What languages does Dr. Dudeja speak?

Dr. Dudeja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Hindi

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Dudeja typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Dudeja 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. Dudeja. 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:

Colorectal Cancer
Colon cancer
Rectal cancer
Bowel cancer
Malignant neoplasm of colon

ICD-10 Codes:

C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

Also known as:

Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
Liver Cancer
Metastatic Liver Cancer
Secondary Liver Tumor
Liver Metastasis

ICD-10 Codes:

C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct

Also known as:

Cancer Surgery Aftercare
After Surgery
Cancer
Post-cancer surgery care
Oncology aftercare
Cancer recovery follow-up

ICD-10 Codes:

Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

Also known as:

Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreas Cancer
Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
Pancreatic Carcinoma

ICD-10 Codes:

C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Dudeja typically perform?

As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Vikas Dudeja may include:

Please contact Dr. Dudeja's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Dudeja accept my insurance?

Dr. Dudeja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Dudeja accept in Birmingham, AL?

Dr. Dudeja in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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Where is Dr. Dudeja's office located?

Dr. Vikas Dudeja's Primary Practice

619 19th St S

Birmingham, AL 35249

(205) 934-4011

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What hospitals are Dr. Dudeja affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Dudeja has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Uab Hospital,Birmingham, AL

Ranked Urologic Surgery

Ranked in 9 Procedures

University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics,Iowa City, IA

Ranked in 2 Procedures

University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics,Iowa City, IA

Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola,Pensacola, FL

Ranked Spine Surgery

What is Dr. Dudeja's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Dudeja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740454693.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dudeja?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dudeja

What is Dr. Vikas Dudeja's specialty?

Dr. Dudeja is a Surgeon near Birmingham, AL.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Vikas Dudeja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Dudeja is affiliated with Uab Hospital, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola 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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