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Who is Dr. Behera, Medical Oncologist in Burr Ridge, IL?
Dr. Vivek Behera, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Burr Ridge, IL. Dr. Behera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behera’s office at (773) 702-6760.
What languages does Dr. Behera speak?
Dr. Behera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Behera typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Behera 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. Behera. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Behera typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivek Behera 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. Behera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Behera accept my insurance?
Dr. Behera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 702-6760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Behera accept in Burr Ridge, IL?
Dr. Behera in Burr Ridge, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Behera's office located?
Dr. Vivek Behera's Primary Practice
150 Harvester Dr Ste 300
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
(773) 702-6760
What is Dr. Behera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Behera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063037208.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Behera
What is Dr. Vivek Behera's specialty?
Dr. Behera is a Medical Oncologist near Burr Ridge, IL.
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. Vivek Behera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Behera is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uchicago Medicine. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vivek Behera accepting new patients in Burr Ridge, IL?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Behera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivek Behera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Behera's office at (773) 702-6760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivek Behera?
Please contact Dr. Behera's office at (773) 702-6760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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