Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Folkert, Radiation Oncologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Michael Folkert, MD, PHD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Folkert graduated from Harvard Medical School and completed his residency at Memorial Sloan. Dr. Folkert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Folkert’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Folkert’s office at (206) 520-5000.
Where did Dr. Folkert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Memorial Sloan
Medical School: Harvard Medical School
What languages does Dr. Folkert speak?
Dr. Folkert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Folkert typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Folkert 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. Folkert. 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:
- 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
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
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:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Folkert typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Folkert 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. Folkert. 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:
- 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
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 Seed Implants (Brachytherapy)
- Prostate Brachytherapy
- Interstitial Radioelement Application
- Prostate Radiation Seed Placement
CPT Codes:
- 55875: Transperineal placement of needles or catheters into prostate for interstitial radioelement application, with or without cystoscopy
Does Dr. Folkert accept my insurance?
Dr. Folkert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Folkert accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Folkert in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Folkert's office located?
Dr. Michael Folkert's Primary Practice
1959 NE Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195
(206) 520-5000
What is Dr. Folkert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Folkert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033346770.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Folkert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Folkert
What is Dr. Michael Folkert's specialty?
Dr. Folkert is a Radiation Oncologist near Seattle, WA.
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. Michael Folkert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Folkert is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center 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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Is Michael Folkert accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Folkert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Folkert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Folkert's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Folkert?
Please contact Dr. Folkert's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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