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Dr. John Watkins, MD

Bismarck, ND

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Watkins, Radiation Oncologist in Bismarck, ND?

    Dr. John Watkins, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Bismarck, ND. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watkins’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office at (701) 222-6100.

    What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Watkins typically treat?

    As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins. 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:

    • 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:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Secondary Brain Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Brain Tumor
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases
    • Metastatic brain cancer
    • Brain metastases
    • Cancer spread to brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
    • C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast

    What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Watkins typically perform?

    As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins. 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:

    • Injection of Biodegradable Material Near Prostate
    • Prostate Spacer Injection
    • Periprostatic Injection
    • Biodegradable Prostate Implant
    • Prostate Radiation Protection Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 55874: Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including image guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
    • Prostate fiducial marker insertion
    • Radiation therapy guidance markers
    • Prostate dosimeter placement
    • Needle placement for prostate radiation

    CPT Codes:

    • 55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple

    Does Dr. Watkins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 222-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watkins accept in Bismarck, ND?

    Dr. Watkins in Bismarck, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

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    Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?

    Dr. John Watkins' Primary Practice

    500 N 8th St

    Bismarck, ND 58501

    (701) 222-6100

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

    Dr. Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558450841.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watkins?

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

    What is Dr. John Watkins's specialty?

    Dr. Watkins is a Radiation Oncologist near Bismarck, ND.

    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. John Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Watkins is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics 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

    When to see a Radiation Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Radiation Oncologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is John Watkins accepting new patients in Bismarck, ND?

    Yes, Dr. John Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Watkins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (701) 222-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Watkins?

    Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (701) 222-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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