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Who is Dr. Kennedy, Medical Oncologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Lucy Kennedy, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. Dr. Kennedy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kennedy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kennedy’s office at (216) 444-6116.
What languages does Dr. Kennedy speak?
Dr. Kennedy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kennedy typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer in Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
- Lymph Node Metastasis
- Metastatic Lymph Node Cancer
- Secondary Lymphoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
- C779: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph node, unspecified
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Uveal Melanoma
- Eye Cancer
- Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Ciliary Body Melanoma
- Intraocular Melanoma
- Eye Melanoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6940: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ciliary body
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Kennedy typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucy Kennedy may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kennedy accept my insurance?
Dr. Kennedy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-6116 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kennedy accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Kennedy in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Ohio
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?
What is Dr. Kennedy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kennedy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619355534.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kennedy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kennedy
What is Dr. Lucy Kennedy's specialty?
Dr. Kennedy is a Medical Oncologist near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Lucy Kennedy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kennedy is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Medina Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Union Hospital - Dover, Oh, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lucy Kennedy accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Lucy Kennedy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucy Kennedy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (216) 444-6116 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucy Kennedy?
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (216) 444-6116 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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