33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Locken, Radiation Oncologist in Paducah, KY?
Dr. Peter Locken, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Paducah, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Locken is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Locken’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Locken’s office at (270) 575-2780.
Where did Dr. Locken go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Nd Sch Of Med- Grand Forks Nd
What languages does Dr. Locken speak?
Dr. Locken and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Locken typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Locken 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. Locken. 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 Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Lung and Bronchus Cancer
- Bronchial Disorder
- Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Past lung cancer
- Previous bronchial malignancy
- History of lung tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85118: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Locken typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Locken 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. Locken. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Vaginal Radiation Afterloader Insertion
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device Insertion
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device
- Internal Radiation Apparatus
- Vaginal Radiation Delivery
- Uterine Tandem Placement
- Vaginal Ovoids Insertion
- Internal Radiation Therapy Device
CPT Codes:
- 57156: Insertion of a vaginal radiation afterloading apparatus for clinical brachytherapy
- 57155: Insertion of uterine tandem and/or vaginal ovoids for clinical brachytherapy
Does Dr. Locken accept my insurance?
Dr. Locken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 575-2780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Locken accept in Paducah, KY?
Dr. Locken in Paducah, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Locken's office located?
What is Dr. Locken's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Locken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396837159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Locken?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Locken
What is Dr. Peter Locken's specialty?
Dr. Locken is a Radiation Oncologist near Paducah, KY.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Peter Locken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Locken is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Locken accepting new patients in Paducah, KY?
Yes, Dr. Peter Locken is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Locken offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Locken's office at (270) 575-2780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Locken?
Please contact Dr. Locken's office at (270) 575-2780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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