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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vitzthum, Radiation Oncologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Lucas Vitzthum, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vitzthum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vitzthum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vitzthum’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What languages does Dr. Vitzthum speak?
Dr. Vitzthum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vitzthum treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Vitzthum 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. Vitzthum. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Past Radiation Treatment
- Previous Radiotherapy
- History of Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z923: Personal history of irradiation
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
Which procedures does Dr. Vitzthum perform as a Radiation Oncologist?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucas Vitzthum may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vitzthum's office.
Does Dr. Vitzthum accept my insurance?
Dr. Vitzthum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vitzthum accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Vitzthum in Stanford, 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
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vitzthum's office located?
Dr. Lucas Vitzthum's Practice 2
5725 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 100B
Pleasanton, CA 94588
(925) 621-7700
What is Dr. Vitzthum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vitzthum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487049938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vitzthum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vitzthum
What is Dr. Lucas Vitzthum's specialty?
Dr. Vitzthum is a Radiation Oncologist near Stanford, 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. Vitzthum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lucas Vitzthum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vitzthum is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Eden Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare 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
Where can I learn more about Radiation Oncologist?
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Is Lucas Vitzthum accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lucas Vitzthum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucas Vitzthum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vitzthum's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucas Vitzthum?
Please contact Dr. Vitzthum's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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