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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altoos, Radiation Oncologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Basel Altoos, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Altoos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altoos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altoos’s office at (309) 347-4662.
What languages does Dr. Altoos speak?
Dr. Altoos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Altoos typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Altoos 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. Altoos. 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
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
- Gullet Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Altoos typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Basel Altoos may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Altoos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Altoos accept my insurance?
Dr. Altoos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 347-4662 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altoos accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Altoos in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CommuniCare Health Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Altoos' office located?
Dr. Basel Altoos' Primary Practice
4955 Norton Healthcare Blvd
Louisville, KY 40241
(309) 347-4662
What is Dr. Altoos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altoos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669851424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altoos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altoos
What is Dr. Basel Altoos's specialty?
Dr. Altoos is a Radiation Oncologist near Louisville, KY.
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. Basel Altoos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altoos is affiliated with Norton Hospital, Norton Brownsboro 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
When to see a Radiation Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Basel Altoos accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Basel Altoos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Basel Altoos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altoos's office at (309) 347-4662 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Basel Altoos?
Please contact Dr. Altoos's office at (309) 347-4662 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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