Expertise in
23
conditions
Expertise in
23
conditions
Office
8725 N Wickham Rd Ste 103, 
Melbourne, FL 

Overview

Brendan Prendergast is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Melbourne, Florida.

Dr. Prendergast is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Familial Prostate Cancer.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

University Of Florida College Of Medicine

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Radiology in FL

Hospital Affiliations

Viera Hospital
Cape Canaveral Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Florida Blue
  • EPO
  • PPO
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Health Options
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
MVP Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
Simply Healthcare
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Office
8725 N Wickham Rd Ste 103, Melbourne, FL 32940
Other Locations
Space Coast Medical Associates LLP
490 N Washington Ave, Titusville, FL 32796

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Brendan Prendergast

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Brendan Prendergast by calling their office at 321-268-4200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Brendan Prendergast a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brendan Prendergast is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lung Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Brendan Prendergast specialize in?

While Dr. Brendan Prendergast is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Brendan Prendergast participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Brendan Prendergast has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Brendan Prendergast's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Brendan Prendergast accept my insurance?

Dr. Brendan Prendergast accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 321-268-4200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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