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Dr. Douglas Brown, MD

Radiation Oncologist

Traverse City, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Radiation Oncologist in Traverse City, MI?

    Dr. Douglas Brown, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Traverse City, MI. He is board certified. Dr. Brown completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Hosp, Radiation Oncology; Wm Beaumont Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (231) 935-7100.

    Where did Dr. Brown go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wm Beaumont Hosp, Radiation Oncology; Wm Beaumont Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Brown board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Brown, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

    Dr. Brown and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Brown typically treat?

    As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Left lower lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Brown typically perform?

    As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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 Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
    • Prostate fiducial marker insertion
    • Radiation therapy guidance markers
    • Prostate dosimeter placement
    • Needle placement for prostate radiation

    CPT Codes:

    • 55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Injection of Biodegradable Material Near Prostate
    • Prostate Spacer Injection
    • Periprostatic Injection
    • Biodegradable Prostate Implant
    • Prostate Radiation Protection Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 55874: Transperineal placement of biodegradable material, peri-prostatic, single or multiple injection(s), including image guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (231) 935-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Traverse City, MI?

    Dr. Brown in Traverse City, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Forest County-Potaw Community (WI)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Brown's Primary Practice

    1105 Sixth St

    Traverse City, MI 49684

    (231) 935-7100

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    What hospitals are Dr. Brown affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Brown has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mercy Hospital Grayling,Grayling, MI
    Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital,Cadillac, MI
    Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital,Frankfort, MI

    What is Dr. Brown's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851312672.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brown

    What is Dr. Douglas Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is a Radiation Oncologist near Traverse City, MI.

    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 Dr. Douglas Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Munson Medical Center, Charlevoix Hospital, Manistee Hospital 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 Dr. Douglas Brown accepting new patients in Traverse City, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (231) 935-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (231) 935-7100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Brown's office is located in Traverse City, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Brown have?

    Dr. Douglas Brown is certified by the American Board of Radiology.