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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. King, Radiation Oncologist in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Vernon King, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. King graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine, completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Radiation Oncology, and is currently affiliated with St Marys Hospital Neonatal Icu. Dr. King is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. King’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. King’s office at (970) 298-7500.
Where did Dr. King go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Radiation Oncology | Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program
Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Sch of Medicine
Is Dr. King board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Vernon King, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. King speak?
Dr. King and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. King typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. King 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. King. 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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
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:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. King typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vernon King 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. King's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. King accept my insurance?
Dr. King accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 298-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. King accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. King in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. King's office located?
St Marys Medical Pavilion Radiation Oncology
750 Wellington Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 298-7500
What is Dr. King's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. King's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649278003.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. King?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. King
What is Dr. Vernon King's specialty?
Dr. King is a Radiation Oncologist near Grand Junction, CO.
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. Vernon King affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. King is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional 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 Vernon King accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. Vernon King is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vernon King offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. King's office at (970) 298-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vernon King?
Please contact Dr. King's office at (970) 298-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vernon King have?
Dr. Vernon King is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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Connect with DR. King
St Marys Medical Pavilion Radiation Oncology
750 Wellington Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501