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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Adams, Radiation Oncologist in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Bret Adams, MD, PHD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Roanoke, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Adams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adams’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adams’s office at (540) 982-0237.
What languages does Dr. Adams speak?
Dr. Adams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Adams typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
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
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Adams typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Adams 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. Adams. 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:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
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. Adams accept my insurance?
Dr. Adams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 982-0237 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Adams accept in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Adams in Roanoke, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Adams' office located?
What is Dr. Adams's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891056495.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adams
What is Dr. Bret Adams's specialty?
Dr. Adams is a Radiation Oncologist near Roanoke, 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 this Dr. Bret Adams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Adams is affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital, Lewisgale 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 Bret Adams accepting new patients in Roanoke, VA?
Yes, Dr. Bret Adams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bret Adams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (540) 982-0237 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bret Adams?
Please contact Dr. Adams's office at (540) 982-0237 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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