Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castle, Radiation Oncologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Katherine Castle, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Castle graduated from Rutgers. Dr. Castle is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castle’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castle’s office.
Where did Dr. Castle go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rutgers
What languages does Dr. Castle speak?
Dr. Castle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Castle typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Castle 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. Castle. 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:
- 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
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. Castle typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Castle 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. Castle. 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:
- Vaginal Radiation Afterloader Insertion
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device Insertion
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device
- Internal Radiation Apparatus
- Vaginal Radiation Delivery
- Uterine Tandem Placement
- Vaginal Ovoids Insertion
- Internal Radiation Therapy Device
CPT Codes:
- 57156: Insertion of a vaginal radiation afterloading apparatus for clinical brachytherapy
- 57155: Insertion of uterine tandem and/or vaginal ovoids for clinical brachytherapy
Does Dr. Castle accept my insurance?
Dr. Castle 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. Castle accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Castle in Baton Rouge, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Louisiana
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Where is Dr. Castle's office located?
What is Dr. Castle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336561539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castle
What is Dr. Katherine Castle's specialty?
Dr. Castle is a Radiation Oncologist near Baton Rouge, 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. Katherine Castle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castle is affiliated with Woman's Hospital, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Terrebonne General Health System 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 Katherine Castle accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Castle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Castle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castle's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Castle?
Please contact Dr. Castle's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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