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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Matthews, Nuclear Radiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Robert Matthews, MD is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. Dr. Matthews is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matthews’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matthews’s office at (631) 638-2121.
What languages does Dr. Matthews speak?
Dr. Matthews and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Matthews typically treat?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Matthews 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. Matthews. 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:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Abnormal Bone Density
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
What procedures does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Matthews typically perform?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Matthews performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Matthews. 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:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Matthews accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthews accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 638-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Matthews accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Matthews in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Matthews' office located?
Dr. Robert Matthews' Primary Practice
1425 S Main St
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(631) 638-2121
What is Dr. Matthews's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Matthews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215963186.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matthews?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Matthews
What is Dr. Robert Matthews's specialty?
Dr. Matthews is a Nuclear Radiologist near Walnut Creek, CA.
What does a Nuclear Radiologist do?
A nuclear radiologist has expertise in the analysis of nuclear medicine and utilizes radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for both in vitro and in vivo diagnostics. Additionally, they administer these substances for the treatment of various diseases.
Is this Dr. Robert Matthews affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Matthews is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center 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 Robert Matthews accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Matthews is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Matthews offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Matthews's office at (631) 638-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Matthews?
Please contact Dr. Matthews's office at (631) 638-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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