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Dr. Carolyn Rutter, MD

Dr. Carolyn Rutter, MD

Great Falls, MT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rutter, Radiation Oncologist in Great Falls, MT?

    Dr. Carolyn Rutter, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Great Falls, MT. Dr. Rutter graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Rutter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rutter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rutter’s office.

    Where did Dr. Rutter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin

    What languages does Dr. Rutter speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Cancer Radiation Therapy
    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
    • Radiation treatment for cancer
    • Oncology radiation
    • Radiotherapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    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:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

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

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

    • Vaginal Brachytherapy Device Insertion
    • Vaginal Radiation Afterloader Insertion
    • Uterine Tandem Placement
    • Vaginal Ovoids Insertion
    • Internal Radiation Therapy Device
    • Vaginal Brachytherapy Device
    • Internal Radiation Apparatus
    • Vaginal Radiation Delivery

    CPT Codes:

    • 57155: Insertion of uterine tandem and/or vaginal ovoids for clinical brachytherapy
    • 57156: Insertion of a vaginal radiation afterloading apparatus for clinical brachytherapy

    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

    Does Dr. Rutter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rutter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rutter accept in Great Falls, MT?

    Dr. Rutter in Great Falls, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • 6 Degrees Health

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • First Administrators

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Rutter's office located?

    Dr. Carolyn Rutter's Primary Practice

    1117 29th St S

    Great Falls, MT 59405

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

    Dr. Rutter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912016767.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rutter?

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

    What is Dr. Carolyn Rutter's specialty?

    Dr. Rutter is a Radiation Oncologist near Great Falls, MT.

    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. Carolyn Rutter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rutter is affiliated with Benefis Health System-East Campus, Great Falls Clinic 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

    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 Carolyn Rutter accepting new patients in Great Falls, MT?

    Yes, Dr. Carolyn Rutter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carolyn Rutter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rutter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carolyn Rutter?

    Please contact Dr. Rutter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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