Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bermudez, Radiation Oncologist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Richard Bermudez, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bermudez graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Bermudez is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bermudez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bermudez’s office at (985) 875-2234.
Where did Dr. Bermudez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Bermudez speak?
Dr. Bermudez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Bermudez typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Bermudez 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. Bermudez. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Bermudez typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Bermudez 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. Bermudez. 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
Does Dr. Bermudez accept my insurance?
Dr. Bermudez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 875-2234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bermudez accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Bermudez in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Premier
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bermudez's office located?
Dr. Richard Bermudez's Primary Practice
1203 S Tyler St Ste 100
Covington, LA 70433
(985) 875-2234
What is Dr. Bermudez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bermudez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811129000.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bermudez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bermudez
What is Dr. Richard Bermudez's specialty?
Dr. Bermudez is a Radiation Oncologist near Covington, LA.
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. Richard Bermudez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bermudez is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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 Richard Bermudez accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Bermudez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Bermudez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bermudez's office at (985) 875-2234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Bermudez?
Please contact Dr. Bermudez's office at (985) 875-2234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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