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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Summe, Radiation Oncologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Robert Summe, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Summe completed his residency at Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Radiation Oncology; Geo Washington Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Summe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Summe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Summe’s office at (513) 321-4333.
Where did Dr. Summe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Radiation Oncology; Geo Washington Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky
Is Dr. Summe board certified as a Radiation Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Summe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Summe speak?
Dr. Summe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Summe typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Summe 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. Summe. 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Summe typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Summe 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. Summe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Summe accept my insurance?
Dr. Summe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 321-4333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Summe accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Summe in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Summe's office located?
Dr. Robert Summe's Primary Practice
1401 Harrodsburg Rd Ste A100
Lexington, KY 40504
(513) 321-4333
What is Dr. Summe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Summe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114913290.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Summe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Summe
What is Dr. Robert Summe's specialty?
Dr. Summe is a Radiation Oncologist near Lexington, KY.
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. Robert Summe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Summe is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Baptist Health Richmond 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 Robert Summe accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Summe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Summe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Summe's office at (513) 321-4333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Summe?
Please contact Dr. Summe's office at (513) 321-4333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Summe have?
Dr. Robert Summe is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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