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Who is Dr. Hopkins, Radiation Oncologist in Ames, IA?
Dr. Lyman Hopkins, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Ames, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hopkins graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at University at Buffalo Program. Dr. Hopkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hopkins’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hopkins’s office at (515) 239-2011.
Where did Dr. Hopkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University at Buffalo Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
What languages does Dr. Hopkins speak?
Dr. Hopkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hopkins treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Hopkins 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. Hopkins. 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.
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
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
- 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
- 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
What procedures does Dr. Hopkins perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Hopkins 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. Hopkins. 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.
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:
- Vaginal Radiation Afterloader Insertion
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device
- Internal Radiation Apparatus
- Vaginal Radiation Delivery
CPT Codes:
- 57156: Insertion of a vaginal radiation afterloading apparatus for clinical brachytherapy
Does Dr. Hopkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Hopkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 239-2011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hopkins accept in Ames, IA?
Dr. Hopkins in Ames, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Hopkins' office located?
What is Dr. Hopkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hopkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144450578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hopkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hopkins
What is Dr. Lyman Hopkins's specialty?
Dr. Hopkins is a Radiation Oncologist near Ames, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Hopkins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lyman Hopkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hopkins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unitypoint Health - Trinity Regional Medical Center, Van Diest Medical Center, Humboldt County Memorial Hospital, Grundy County Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Radiation Oncologist?
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Is Lyman Hopkins accepting new patients in Ames, IA?
Yes, Dr. Lyman Hopkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lyman Hopkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hopkins's office at (515) 239-2011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lyman Hopkins?
Please contact Dr. Hopkins's office at (515) 239-2011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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