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Dr. Ludimila Cavalcante, MD
Charlottesville, VA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cavalcante, Medical Oncologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Ludimila Cavalcante, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Cavalcante is fluent in English, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cavalcante’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cavalcante’s office at (312) 942-5904.
What languages does Dr. Cavalcante speak?
Dr. Cavalcante and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cavalcante treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Cavalcante 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. Cavalcante. 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:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Retroperitoneal Cancer
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Cancer
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- Retroperitoneal Tumor
- Malignant Retroperitoneal Neoplasm
- Abdominal Cancer
- GIST
- GI stromal tumor
- Stomach and bowel tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C480: Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum
- C49A0: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Connective Tissue Neoplasm
- Soft Tissue Growth
- Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4819: Other specified neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST of stomach
- Gastric GIST
- Stomach tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
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:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
Also known as:
- Bone or Cartilage Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Bone Neoplasm
- Cartilage Neoplasm
- Uncertain Bone Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D480: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of bone and articular cartilage
Which procedures does Dr. Cavalcante perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ludimila Cavalcante may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cavalcante's office.
Does Dr. Cavalcante accept my insurance?
Dr. Cavalcante accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 942-5904 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cavalcante accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Cavalcante in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cavalcante's office located?
Dr. Ludimila Cavalcante's Primary Practice
1240 Lee St
Charlottesville, VA 22908
(312) 942-5904
Dr. Ludimila Cavalcante's Practice 3
2227 Vadalabene Dr Ste 200
Maryville, IL 62062
(618) 288-1140
What is Dr. Cavalcante's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cavalcante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679997142.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cavalcante?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cavalcante
What is Dr. Ludimila Cavalcante's specialty?
Dr. Cavalcante is a Medical Oncologist near Charlottesville, VA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Cavalcante to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ludimila Cavalcante affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cavalcante is affiliated with Uva University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ludimila Cavalcante accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Ludimila Cavalcante is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ludimila Cavalcante offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cavalcante's office at (312) 942-5904 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ludimila Cavalcante?
Please contact Dr. Cavalcante's office at (312) 942-5904 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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