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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. Dr. Skelton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Skelton’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Skelton typically 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. 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:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
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
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Skelton typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Skelton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. William Skelton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Skelton is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Uva Health Haymarket Medical Center, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Uva Health Haymarket Medical Center 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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