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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Van Dams, Radiation Oncologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Ritchell Van Dams, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Van Dams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Van Dams’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Van Dams’s office at (617) 632-2112.
What languages does Dr. Van Dams speak?
Dr. Van Dams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Van Dams typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Van Dams 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. Van Dams. 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:
- 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
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
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Van Dams typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ritchell Van Dams 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. Van Dams' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Van Dams accept my insurance?
Dr. Van Dams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-2112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Van Dams accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Van Dams in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Van Dams' office located?
Dr. Ritchell Van Dams' Primary Practice
450 Brookline Ave
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 632-2112
What is Dr. Van Dams's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Van Dams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992156376.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Dams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Van Dams
What is Dr. Ritchell Van Dams's specialty?
Dr. Van Dams is a Radiation Oncologist near Boston, MA.
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. Ritchell Van Dams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Van Dams is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ritchell Van Dams accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ritchell Van Dams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritchell Van Dams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Van Dams's office at (617) 632-2112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritchell Van Dams?
Please contact Dr. Van Dams's office at (617) 632-2112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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