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Who is Dr. Shelton, Radiation Oncologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Joseph Shelton, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Shelton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shelton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shelton’s office.
Is Dr. Shelton board certified in Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Shelton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Shelton speak?
Dr. Shelton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shelton treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Shelton 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. Shelton. 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.
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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Right lung cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shelton perform as a Radiation Oncologist?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Shelton may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shelton's office.
Does Dr. Shelton accept my insurance?
Dr. Shelton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shelton accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Shelton in Atlanta, GA 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)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Shelton's office located?
Dr. Joseph Shelton's Practice 3
1365 Clifton Rd NE Ste CT104
Atlanta, GA 30322
(404) 778-3473
What is Dr. Shelton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093990350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shelton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shelton
What is Dr. Joseph Shelton's specialty?
Dr. Shelton is a Radiation Oncologist near Atlanta, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Shelton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Shelton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shelton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Grady Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Radiation Oncologist?
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Is Joseph Shelton accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Shelton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Shelton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shelton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Shelton?
Please contact Dr. Shelton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Shelton have?
Dr. Joseph Shelton is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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