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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chiba, Surgical Oncologist in Durham, NC?
Dr. Akiko Chiba, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chiba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiba’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiba’s office.
What languages does Dr. Chiba speak?
Dr. Chiba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chiba treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Chiba 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. Chiba. 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:
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Family History
- Hereditary breast cancer risk
- Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
- Breast cancer in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Chiba perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akiko Chiba 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. Chiba's office.
Does Dr. Chiba accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiba accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Chiba in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Chiba's office located?
What is Dr. Chiba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861620809.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiba
What is Dr. Akiko Chiba's specialty?
Dr. Chiba is a Surgical Oncologist near Durham, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Chiba to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akiko Chiba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chiba is affiliated with Duke University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Surgical Oncologist?
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Is Akiko Chiba accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Akiko Chiba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akiko Chiba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiba's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akiko Chiba?
Please contact Dr. Chiba's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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