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Dr. William Skelton, MD
Charlottesville, VA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Skelton, Medical Oncologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. William Skelton, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Skelton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skelton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Skelton’s office at (434) 244-7526.
What languages does Dr. Skelton speak?
Dr. Skelton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Skelton treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Skelton 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. Skelton. 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:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer in Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
- Lymph Node Metastasis
- Metastatic Lymph Node Cancer
- Secondary Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
- C779: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph node, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C672: Malignant neoplasm of lateral wall of bladder
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Urologic Cancer
- Genitourinary Cancer
- Urinary System Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C689: Malignant neoplasm of urinary organ, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Which procedures does Dr. Skelton perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. William Skelton 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. Skelton's office.
Does Dr. Skelton accept my insurance?
Dr. Skelton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 244-7526 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Skelton accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Skelton in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Skelton's office located?
Dr. William Skelton's Primary Practice
1215 Lee St
Charlottesville, VA 22908
(434) 244-7526
What is Dr. Skelton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Skelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962880880.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Skelton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Skelton
What is Dr. William Skelton's specialty?
Dr. Skelton 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. Skelton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Skelton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skelton is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Uva University 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
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Is William Skelton accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. William Skelton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Skelton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Skelton's office at (434) 244-7526 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Skelton?
Please contact Dr. Skelton's office at (434) 244-7526 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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