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Who is Dr. Katz, Radiation Oncologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Sanford Katz, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Katz graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Radiation Oncology; Greater Baltimore Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Katz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katz’s office at (318) 212-4639.
Where did Dr. Katz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, Radiation Oncology; Greater Baltimore Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine | Medical Center Of Iran
Is Dr. Katz board certified in Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Sanford Katz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Katz speak?
Dr. Katz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Katz treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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.
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Throat Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Oropharyngeal Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Tonsil
- Glottic Cancer
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Voice Box Cancer
- Laryngeal cancer
- Supraglottic cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C099: Malignant neoplasm of tonsil, unspecified
- C320: Malignant neoplasm of glottis
- C321: Malignant neoplasm of supraglottis
- C098: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of tonsil
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Hand Arthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19049: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified hand
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Oral Cancer
- Mouth Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cavity Cancer
- Tongue Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- 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
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer
- Cancer of the cervix
- Cervix carcinoma
- Malignant tumor of cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- C531: Malignant neoplasm of exocervix
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
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:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
Which procedures does Dr. Katz perform as a Radiation Oncologist?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sanford Katz may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Katz's office.
Does Dr. Katz accept my insurance?
Dr. Katz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-4639 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Katz accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Katz in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Katz's office located?
What is Dr. Katz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215943642.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katz
What is Dr. Sanford Katz's specialty?
Dr. Katz is a Radiation Oncologist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Katz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sanford Katz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Katz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Willis - Knighton Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Radiation Oncologist?
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Is Sanford Katz accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sanford Katz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sanford Katz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (318) 212-4639 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sanford Katz?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (318) 212-4639 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sanford Katz have?
Dr. Sanford Katz is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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