Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Metz, Radiation Oncologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Metz?
Dr. James Metz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Radiation Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Metz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gastrointestinal Cancer, Proton Beam Therapy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Metz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Metz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Radiation Oncology; Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johns | UMDNJ-ROBT W JOHNSON MED SCH | Rutgers
Is Dr. Metz board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. James Metz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Metz speak?
Dr. Metz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Metz typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Metz 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. Metz. 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:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
- Gullet Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
- C153: Malignant neoplasm of upper third of esophagus
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Metz typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Metz may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Metz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Metz accept my insurance?
Dr. Metz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metz accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Metz in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Metz's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Metz affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Metz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Metz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790717007.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Metz