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Dr. Dean Mcgaughey, MD

Medical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Norfolk, VA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcgaughey, Medical Oncologist in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Dean Mcgaughey, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Mcgaughey completed his residency at Duke University Med Center. Dr. Mcgaughey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcgaughey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcgaughey’s office at (757) 873-9400.

    Where did Dr. Mcgaughey go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Duke University Med Center

    What languages does Dr. Mcgaughey speak?

    Dr. Mcgaughey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Mcgaughey typically treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Mcgaughey 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. Mcgaughey. 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:

    • 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:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Polycythemia
    • Blood Disorder
    • High red blood cell count (secondary)
    • Excess red blood cells (secondary)
    • Acquired polycythemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D751: Secondary polycythemia

    What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Mcgaughey typically perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dean Mcgaughey may include:

    Please contact Dr. Mcgaughey's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Mcgaughey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcgaughey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 873-9400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcgaughey accept in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Mcgaughey in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Mcgaughey's office located?

    Dr. Dean Mcgaughey's Primary Practice

    6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 200

    Norfolk, VA 23502

    (757) 873-9400

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    Dr. Dean Mcgaughey's Practice 2

    1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 102

    Virginia Beach, VA 23456

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    Dr. Dean Mcgaughey's Practice 3

    5900 Lake Wright Dr

    Norfolk, VA 23502

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    What hospitals are Dr. Mcgaughey affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Mcgaughey has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Heart Of The Rockies Regional Medical Center,Salida, CO
    San Luis Valley Health - Regional Medical Center,Alamosa, CO
    Rio Grande Hospital,Del Norte, CO

    What is Dr. Mcgaughey's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mcgaughey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063417764.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcgaughey?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcgaughey

    What is Dr. Dean Mcgaughey's specialty?

    Dr. Mcgaughey is a Medical Oncologist near Norfolk, VA.

    What does a Medical Oncologist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.

    Is Dr. Dean Mcgaughey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcgaughey is affiliated with Sentara Leigh 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Dean Mcgaughey accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Dean Mcgaughey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dean Mcgaughey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcgaughey's office at (757) 873-9400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dean Mcgaughey?

    Please contact Dr. Mcgaughey's office at (757) 873-9400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mcgaughey's office located?

    Dr. Mcgaughey's offices are located in Norfolk, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.