Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elson, Radiation Oncologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Andrew Elson, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elson graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Elson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elson’s office.
Where did Dr. Elson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
What languages does Dr. Elson speak?
Dr. Elson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Elson typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Elson 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. Elson. 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:
- 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
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
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Elson typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Elson 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. Elson. 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:
- 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 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
Does Dr. Elson accept my insurance?
Dr. Elson 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. Elson accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Elson 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Premier
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Elson's office located?
What is Dr. Elson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649596107.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elson
What is Dr. Andrew Elson's specialty?
Dr. Elson 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. Andrew Elson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elson is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Acadia General 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 Andrew Elson accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Elson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Elson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Elson?
Please contact Dr. Elson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Radiation Oncologist Near Baton Rouge, LA
Radiation Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Konstantin Kovtun, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations.
Baton Rouge, LA
KL
Radiation Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Kuang-Hsin Lo, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations.
Baton Rouge, LA
GC
Radiation Oncologist
Accepting patientsDr. Gregory Cotter, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Natchez, MS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified.
Natchez, MS