Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prasad, Radiation Oncologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Gautam Prasad, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Prasad graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of California San Francisco. Dr. Prasad is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prasad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prasad’s office at (925) 338-8511.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Prasad?
Dr. Gautam Prasad, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Radiation Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Prasad empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Tumors, Head & Neck Cancer, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Walnut Creek/CA community, Dr. Prasad is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Prasad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of California San Francisco
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prasad speak?
Dr. Prasad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Prasad treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Prasad 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. Prasad. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
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:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
What procedures does Dr. Prasad perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Prasad 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. Prasad. 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 here.
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
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:
- Soft Tissue Marker Placement
- Localization device insertion
- Percutaneous tissue marking
- Biopsy site marker placement
- Radioactive seed placement
CPT Codes:
- 10035: Placement of soft tissue localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous, including imaging guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Prasad accept my insurance?
Dr. Prasad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 338-8511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prasad accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Prasad in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Care Network
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prasad's office located?
What is Dr. Prasad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prasad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275755621.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prasad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prasad
What is Dr. Gautam Prasad's specialty?
Dr. Prasad is a Radiation Oncologist near Walnut Creek, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Prasad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gautam Prasad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prasad is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord 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 Gautam Prasad accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gautam Prasad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gautam Prasad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prasad's office at (925) 338-8511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gautam Prasad?
Please contact Dr. Prasad's office at (925) 338-8511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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