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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Van Heuvelen, Radiation Oncologist in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Gary Van Heuvelen, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Van Heuvelen completed his residency at Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine. He is a member of the Spokane County Medical Society, Washington State Medical Society, and American Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology (ASTRO). Dr. Van Heuvelen is fluent in English, Chinese, Spanish, Thai, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Van Heuvelen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Van Heuvelen’s office.
Where did Dr. Van Heuvelen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine
Medical School: University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Is Dr. Van Heuvelen board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Van Heuvelen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Van Heuvelen speak?
Dr. Van Heuvelen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
Thai
Ukrainian
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Van Heuvelen typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Van Heuvelen 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. Van Heuvelen. 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:
- 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:
- 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
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Van Heuvelen typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gary Van Heuvelen 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. Van Heuvelen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Van Heuvelen accept my insurance?
Dr. Van Heuvelen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Van Heuvelen accept in Gig Harbor, WA?
Dr. Van Heuvelen in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Van Heuvelen's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Spokane County Medical Society
Member
Washington State Medical Society
Member
American Society for Therapeutic Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
Member
What is Dr. Van Heuvelen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Van Heuvelen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629060256.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Heuvelen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Van Heuvelen
What is Dr. Gary Van Heuvelen's specialty?
Dr. Van Heuvelen is a Radiation Oncologist near Gig Harbor, WA.
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. Gary Van Heuvelen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Van Heuvelen is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus 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 Gary Van Heuvelen accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?
Yes, Dr. Gary Van Heuvelen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Van Heuvelen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Van Heuvelen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Van Heuvelen?
Please contact Dr. Van Heuvelen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Van Heuvelen have?
Dr. Gary Van Heuvelen is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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