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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Anderson, Radiation Oncologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Russell Anderson, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Anderson completed his residency at Eastern Va Med Sch, Radiation Oncology; Healthsouth Metro West Hospita, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Anderson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anderson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anderson’s office at (701) 364-8900.
Where did Dr. Anderson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Eastern Va Med Sch, Radiation Oncology; Healthsouth Metro West Hospita, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Is Dr. Anderson board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Russell Anderson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Anderson speak?
Dr. Anderson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Anderson typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Anderson 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. Anderson. 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 Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Anderson typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Anderson 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. Anderson. 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:
- High-Dose Rate Skin Brachytherapy
- Electronic Brachytherapy
- Surface Radiation Therapy
- Skin Cancer Radiation
- HDR Brachytherapy
CPT Codes:
- 0394T: High dose rate electronic brachytherapy, skin surface application, per fraction, includes basic dosimetry, when performed
Does Dr. Anderson accept my insurance?
Dr. Anderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 364-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Anderson accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Anderson in Shreveport, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of California
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?
Dr. Russell Anderson's Primary Practice
1541 Kings Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71103
(701) 364-8900
What is Dr. Anderson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013043009.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anderson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Anderson
What is Dr. Russell Anderson's specialty?
Dr. Anderson is a Radiation Oncologist near Shreveport, 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. Russell Anderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Anderson is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner Rush 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 Russell Anderson accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Russell Anderson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Anderson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (701) 364-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Anderson?
Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (701) 364-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Russell Anderson have?
Dr. Russell Anderson is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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