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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shankar, Radiation Oncologist in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Ravi Shankar, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Shankar graduated from Madras Med College. Dr. Shankar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shankar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shankar’s office at (321) 952-0898.
Where did Dr. Shankar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Madras Med College
Is Dr. Shankar board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Ravi Shankar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Shankar speak?
Dr. Shankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Shankar typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Shankar 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. Shankar. 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 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Shankar typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Shankar 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. Shankar. 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:
- Prostate Radiation Guidance Marker Placement
- Prostate fiducial marker insertion
- Radiation therapy guidance markers
- Prostate dosimeter placement
- Needle placement for prostate radiation
CPT Codes:
- 55876: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), prostate (via needle, any approach), single or multiple
Also known as:
- Vaginal Brachytherapy Device Insertion
- Uterine Tandem Placement
- Vaginal Ovoids Insertion
- Internal Radiation Therapy Device
CPT Codes:
- 57155: Insertion of uterine tandem and/or vaginal ovoids for clinical brachytherapy
Does Dr. Shankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Shankar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 952-0898 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shankar accept in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Shankar in Melbourne, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shankar's office located?
What is Dr. Shankar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861407421.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shankar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shankar
What is Dr. Ravi Shankar's specialty?
Dr. Shankar is a Radiation Oncologist near Melbourne, FL.
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. Ravi Shankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shankar is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River 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
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Is Ravi Shankar accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ravi Shankar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ravi Shankar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shankar's office at (321) 952-0898 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ravi Shankar?
Please contact Dr. Shankar's office at (321) 952-0898 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ravi Shankar have?
Dr. Ravi Shankar is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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