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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krentel, Radiation Oncologist in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Rod Krentel, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Krentel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krentel’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krentel’s office at (228) 525-2950.
What languages does Dr. Krentel speak?
Dr. Krentel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Krentel treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Krentel 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. Krentel. 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:
- 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Pulmonary cancer
- Left 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
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Cancer in Chest Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Bone Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
- Metastatic Chest Lymph Node Cancer
- Secondary Intrathoracic Lymphoma
- Chest Lymph Node Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
- C771: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of intrathoracic lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Rising PSA After Prostate Cancer Treatment
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
- Increasing PSA Post-Treatment
- Recurrent PSA Elevation
- Prostate Cancer Recurrence Marker
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
- R9721: Rising PSA following treatment for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- History of Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Past Radiation Treatment
- Previous Radiotherapy
- History of Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z923: Personal history of irradiation
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
- Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Which procedures does Dr. Krentel perform as a Radiation Oncologist?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rod Krentel 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. Krentel's office.
Does Dr. Krentel accept my insurance?
Dr. Krentel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 525-2950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krentel accept in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Krentel in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Krentel's office located?
Dr. Rod Krentel's Primary Practice
1340 Broad Ave Ste 140
Gulfport, MS 39501
(228) 525-2950
What is Dr. Krentel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krentel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629060041.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krentel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krentel
What is Dr. Rod Krentel's specialty?
Dr. Krentel is a Radiation Oncologist near Gulfport, MS. 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. Krentel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rod Krentel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krentel is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Memorial Hospital Stone County which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Rod Krentel accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?
Yes, Dr. Rod Krentel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rod Krentel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krentel's office at (228) 525-2950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rod Krentel?
Please contact Dr. Krentel's office at (228) 525-2950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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