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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gatcombe, Radiation Oncologist in Austell, GA?
Dr. Heather Gatcombe, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Austell, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gatcombe graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Gatcombe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gatcombe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gatcombe’s office at (770) 948-6000.
Where did Dr. Gatcombe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Gatcombe board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Heather Gatcombe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Gatcombe speak?
Dr. Gatcombe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Gatcombe typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Gatcombe 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. Gatcombe. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
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. Gatcombe typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Gatcombe 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. Gatcombe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gatcombe accept my insurance?
Dr. Gatcombe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 948-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gatcombe accept in Austell, GA?
Dr. Gatcombe in Austell, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Americas Insurance Company
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
National Association of PPOS
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gatcombe's office located?
Dr. Heather Gatcombe's Primary Practice
1800 Hospital South Dr
Austell, GA 30106
(770) 948-6000
What is Dr. Gatcombe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gatcombe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457538944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gatcombe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gatcombe
What is Dr. Heather Gatcombe's specialty?
Dr. Gatcombe is a Radiation Oncologist near Austell, GA.
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. Heather Gatcombe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gatcombe is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Emory University 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
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Is Heather Gatcombe accepting new patients in Austell, GA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Gatcombe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Gatcombe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gatcombe's office at (770) 948-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Gatcombe?
Please contact Dr. Gatcombe's office at (770) 948-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Gatcombe have?
Dr. Heather Gatcombe is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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