Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lindberg, Surgical Oncologist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. James Lindberg, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA. Dr. Lindberg completed his residency at University of Virginia School of Medicine. Dr. Lindberg is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lindberg’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lindberg’s office at (508) 334-5202.
Where did Dr. Lindberg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: MD Anderson Cancer Center-University of Texas
Residency: University of Virginia School of Medicine
Medical School: UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA
What languages does Dr. Lindberg speak?
Dr. Lindberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Lindberg typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Lindberg 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. Lindberg. 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:
- Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Appendix
- Digestive Disease
- Colonic Disease
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
- Indeterminate appendix mass
- Appendix tumor of unknown nature
- Appendix neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
- D373: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of appendix
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Lindberg typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Lindberg 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. Lindberg's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lindberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Lindberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-5202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lindberg accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Lindberg in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UMass Memorial Health Care
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lindberg's office located?
What is Dr. Lindberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lindberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326281080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lindberg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lindberg
What is Dr. James Lindberg's specialty?
Dr. Lindberg is a Surgical Oncologist near Worcester, MA.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. James Lindberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lindberg is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus, The Miriam Hospital, Emerson Health, Umass Memorial Milford Regional Medical Center, Southern New Hampshire 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 James Lindberg accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. James Lindberg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Lindberg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lindberg's office at (508) 334-5202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Lindberg?
Please contact Dr. Lindberg's office at (508) 334-5202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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