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Duke Raleigh Radiation Oncology
You may be referred to this clinic if your cancer team determines that radiation therapy should be part of your treatment. We use several types of radiation therapy to treat a variety of cancers, including brain cancer, head and neck cancer, breast cancer, lung cancers, and gastrointestinal (GI) cancers. Your comfort during this stage of your cancer treatment is our main concern.
Clinic Hours
| Mon | Tues | Wed | Thur | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Closed | Closed |
Lower Level
Raleigh, NC 27609-7341
Clinic Hours
| Mon | Tues | Wed | Thur | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Closed | Closed |
Read about the types of radiation we offer, and how we keep you safe and comfortable during your treatment.
Radiation Therapy in Raleigh
Your First Visit
Your first visit to this clinic will include a consultation with a radiation oncologist. They will review your medical records, perform a physical exam, discuss your personalized treatment options, and explain the potential risks and benefits of radiation therapy. You may need to undergo additional testing, which we will coordinate with members of your cancer team.
Simulation Procedure
You will come back to the clinic to undergo a CT simulation procedure. This helps us properly plan your radiation therapy. During this procedure, you may be fitted with a customized immobilization device that is used for planning and during the delivery of your treatment.
You will have a CT scan in the immobilization device, sometimes with oral and/or IV contrast material. You may also be asked to hold your breath for short periods of time. This simulation process usually takes about an hour or more, depending on your treatment needs.
Treatment Appointments
Subsequent appointments will be for your actual treatment on the linear accelerator. This machine delivers the high energy radiation beams used to damage and ultimately destroy the cancer cells. The radiation therapy that is best for you will be determined by your cancer team. The frequency and length of your treatment will depend of the type of radiation you receive.
Your Radiation Therapy Team
Your radiation oncologist, radiation therapists, and skilled nurses will keep you informed, comfortable, and safe throughout the process.
Our staff also includes financial care counselors who can walk you through payment authorizations and plans. Our nurse navigators can help you coordinate your appointments during your ongoing cancer care.
Social workers, dietitians, and other support staff are available to help you through this process as well.
Our Providers
Accepted Insurance
Duke Health contracts with most major health insurance carriers and transplant networks, including the ones listed below. Before scheduling your appointment, we strongly recommend you contact your insurance company to verify that the Duke Health location or provider you plan to visit is included in your network. Your insurance company will also be able to inform you of any co-payments, co–insurances, or deductibles that will be your responsibility. If you proceed in scheduling an appointment and your health insurance benefits do not participate with Duke, your out of pocket liability may be higher. We will contact you regarding your coverage and patient liability. If you are uninsured, learn more about our financial assistance policy.
- Aetna Choice POS, Aetna Choice POS II
- Aetna Elect Choice HMO, Aetna Open Access Elect Choice
- Aetna Health Network Only, Aetna Health Network Option
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna Limited Benefit Insurance PPO
- Aetna Managed Choice POS
- Aetna Medicare Assure Plan (HMO D-SNP)
- Aetna Medicare Eagle Plan (PPO)
- Aetna Medicare Essential Plan (PPO)
- Aetna Medicare Value Plan (HMO)
- Aetna Open Access HMO, Open Access Aetna Select, Aetna Open Access Managed Choice
- Aetna Open Choice PPO
- Aetna PCP Coordinated POS Plan
- Aetna Quality Point of Service (QPOS)
- Aetna Select HMO
- Aetna Traditional Choice
- Aetna Voluntary Indemnity Group Plan
- Aetna Whole Health – Duke WakeMed WKCC
- Aetna/CVS Health
- Ambetter of North Carolina
- Blue Advantage
- Blue Medicare (HMO, PPO)*
- Blue Options (123, PPO, HSA)
- Blue Select
- NC State Employees Health Plan
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*Duke HomeCare and Hospice does not participate in the plan.
- Cigna Behavioral Health (*Limited eligibility)
- Cigna Choice Plus
- Cigna Connect Individual Family Plan
- Cigna Open Access
- Cigna Open Access Plus
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*Please call Cigna Behavioral Heath to see if the provider is participating in your plan.
- Duke Basic
- Duke Select
- Experience Health Medicare Advantage (HMO) Plan
- Humana Choice (PPO)
- Humana Choice - Medicare Advantage (PPO)
- Humana ChoiceCare - Medicare Advantage (PPO)
- Humana Gold Choice - Medicare Advantage (PFFS)
- Humana Gold Plus - Medicare Advantage (HMO)
- Humana Medicare Advantage Group Plan - NC State Retirees
- First Medicare Direct
- Medicare Part A
- Medicare Part B
- AmeriHealth Caritas North Carolina
- Carolina Complete Health
- Healthy Blue
- NC Medicaid Direct
- WellCare of North Carolina
- TRICARE Prime
- TRICARE Prime Remote
- TRICARE Select
- AARP Medicare Advantage Plan 2 (HMO-POS)
- AARP Medicare Complete (HMO, PPO)*
- AARP Medicare Complete Essential (HMO)*
- All Savers Alternate Funding
- All Savers Fully Insured
- United Healthcare (HMO, PPO, POS)
- United Healthcare Charter/Charter Balance/Charter Plus
- United Healthcare Choice/Choice Plus
- United Healthcare Core/Core Essential
- United Healthcare Navigate/Navigate Plus/Navigate Balanced
- United Healthcare Option PPO
- United Healthcare Passport Connect Choice/Choice Plus
- United Healthcare Passport Connect Options PPO
- United Healthcare Select/Select Plus
- United Healthcare Shared Services - Harvard Pilgrim/UHC Options PPO Network
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
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*Duke HomeCare and Hospice and mental health providers do not participate with the plan.
About Us
Duke Raleigh Hospital Radiation Oncology offers the latest linear accelerator technology. Our experienced radiation oncologists recommend and oversee treatment that uses radiation to cancerous tumors while sparing damage to surrounding normal tissue.
Preparing For Your Visit
Accessibility Services
We provide equal access for all people and offer a range of free accessibility services to patients and visitors who need them.
Interpreter Services
Free interpreter services can be provided for patients who prefer to communicate in a language other than English.
Free Wi-Fi Available
Address
Parking
The Duke Raleigh Campus has two free parking decks available for visitors and patients. The closest parking deck to this location is Parking Deck 2, which is located to the left of the main hospital entrance.
Public Transportation
Plan your trip to Duke Raleigh Radiation Oncology through GoRaleigh bus routes 2 and 24L. The closest bus stops are Wake Forest Rd at Navaho Dr and Wake Forest Rd at St Albans Dr. If you have trouble accessing these routes, visit GoWake Access to check if you are eligible for Wake County's accessible transit program.
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