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Frequently asked questions
Straight answers to what patients ask us most — how we work, getting started, and what makes our care different.
Below are the questions patients and families ask us most. If yours isn’t here, call us at (772) 276-7242 — we’re glad to talk it through.
About our practice
Are you part of a hospital, or independent?
We’re independent and physician-owned, and have been since 1979. Your treatment decisions are made by your oncologist and you — not by a hospital system or outside owners. We work closely with the area’s hospitals when you need them, but the care, the schedule, and the plan stay with us.
Will I see a physician, or a nurse or assistant?
From your very first visit, you’re seen by one of our oncologists, and a physician directs your care from day one. Our nurse practitioners and physician assistants are an important part of your team for ongoing care, but a doctor is always the one leading your plan.
Will my oncologist see me if I’m in the hospital?
Yes. At the hospitals we work with across the Treasure Coast, your Stuart Oncology physicians stay involved in your care — so you’re seen by doctors who already know you, not strangers. Our team also has Epic and MyChart access, so your records and treatment plan follow you between our offices and the hospital, and everyone caring for you works from the same information.
Do you speak Spanish?
Yes — hablamos Español. Our entire clinical team can care for you in Spanish; just let us know when you schedule.
Becoming a patient
Do I need a referral to be seen?
Some insurance plans require a referral and some don’t. Call us and we’ll check what your plan needs and help arrange it — you don’t have to navigate that part alone.
How quickly can I be seen?
We know waiting is the hardest part. New patient appointments are scheduled promptly, and we prioritize urgent cases. Call our new-patient coordinator at (772) 276-7230 and we’ll find you the soonest appropriate time.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Photo ID, your insurance card, a list of your medications, any records or imaging you have copies of, and your written questions — plus a family member or friend if you can. Our first-visit guide walks through exactly what to expect.
Insurance & cost
Do you accept my insurance?
We participate with most major plans serving the Treasure Coast, including Medicare. Because individual benefits vary, the surest way to confirm is to call us — we’ll verify your coverage before your first visit.
What if I’m worried about how I’ll pay for care?
You don’t have to sort it out by yourself. Our financial counselors can review your coverage, explain what to expect out of pocket, and talk through options for managing the cost of treatment. Just ask — or see our insurance & billing page.
Our services
Do you offer second opinions?
Yes, and they’re welcome. A second opinion can confirm your plan or surface options you hadn’t considered, and most insurance covers it.
Do you offer clinical trials?
We’re launching an on-site clinical trials program, guided by a dedicated research coordinator — coming soon. Ask us what’s ahead and whether it may fit your diagnosis.
Which treatments are available at which office?
Consultations, chemotherapy, infusion, and lab work are available across our offices so you don’t travel far. PET/CT imaging is at our Tradition office (with theranostics coming soon), and radiation oncology with the TrueBeam® system is at Port St. Lucie. Our team coordinates anything that needs a specific location for you.
Do you treat conditions other than cancer?
Yes. Our hematologists treat a range of non-cancer blood disorders, such as anemia and clotting conditions. Low-dose radiation for certain benign conditions like osteoarthritis and plantar fasciitis is coming soon.