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Dr. Kara Romano, MD

Radiation Oncologist

Charlottesville, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Romano, Radiation Oncologist in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Kara Romano, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Romano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Romano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Romano’s office at (434) 924-5191.

    What languages does Dr. Romano speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Endometrial Cancer
    • Uterine Cancer
    • Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Malignant Endometrial Tumor
    • Endometrial Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Endometrium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer
    • Malignant Cervical Tumor
    • Cervical Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Cervix

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C538: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of cervix uteri

    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:

    • 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. Romano typically perform?

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

    • Vaginal Radiation Afterloader Insertion
    • Vaginal Brachytherapy Device Insertion
    • Vaginal Brachytherapy Device
    • Internal Radiation Apparatus
    • Vaginal Radiation Delivery
    • Uterine Tandem Placement
    • Vaginal Ovoids Insertion
    • Internal Radiation Therapy Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 57156: Insertion of a vaginal radiation afterloading apparatus for clinical brachytherapy
    • 57155: Insertion of uterine tandem and/or vaginal ovoids for clinical brachytherapy

    Does Dr. Romano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Romano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-5191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Romano accept in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Romano in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Romano's office located?

    Dr. Kara Romano's Primary Practice

    1240 Lee St

    Charlottesville, VA 22908

    (434) 924-5191

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

    Dr. Romano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568705705.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Romano?

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

    What is Dr. Kara Romano's specialty?

    Dr. Romano is a Radiation Oncologist near Charlottesville, VA.

    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. Kara Romano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Romano is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, Uva Health Haymarket 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

    When to see a Radiation Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kara Romano accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Romano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kara Romano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Romano's office at (434) 924-5191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kara Romano?

    Please contact Dr. Romano's office at (434) 924-5191 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Romano's office located?

    Dr. Romano's office is located in Charlottesville, VA.