--- title: "Frequently Asked Questions — Adaptive Radiotherapy | 5D Cancer Services" description: "Get answers to common questions about adaptive radiotherapy, treatment duration, insurance coverage, side effects, and what to expect at 5D Cancer Services in St. George, Utah." canonical: https://www.5dcancerservices.com/faq route: /faq type: page lastUpdated: 2026-06-15 keywords: ["adaptive radiotherapy", "Akesis Gemini 360", "5D Cancer Services", "St. George Utah", "radiation oncology", "FAQ", "side effects", "treatment duration", "speakable"] --- # Frequently Asked Questions — Adaptive Radiotherapy | 5D Cancer Services > Get answers to common questions about adaptive radiotherapy, treatment duration, insurance coverage, side effects, and what to expect at 5D Cancer Services in St. George, Utah. - HomeTechnologyAdaptive RTClinical DataConditionsInsuranceOur TeamFAQ (435) 900-7060Please do not send Protected Health Information (PHI) by email or voicemail. Standard email is not secure — call us and we will arrange a secure channel.Home - FAQQuick summaryCommon patient questions about adaptive radiotherapy at 5D Cancer Services in St. George, Utah: what adaptive radiation is, how long treatment takes, whether insurance covers it, side effects, what to expect at the first visit, and how to be referred. - Adaptive radiotherapy is image-guided, daily-adapted external beam radiation - Most cancer courses finish in 5 sessions or fewer - Covered by Medicare and most major commercial plans - Treatment is painless — no anesthesia, no overnight stay - A referral is helpful but not strictly requiredLast reviewed: 2026-05-12 Common Questions # Frequently Asked Questions We understand you have questions about adaptive radiotherapy, insurance coverage, and what to expect during treatment. Here are answers to the questions we hear most often. [Learn more about the Akesis Gemini 360](/technology) Don't see your question? Call [(435) 900-7060](tel:+14359007060) and [our physicians and staff](/team#dr-stevens) will be happy to help. Please do not send Protected Health Information (PHI) by email or voicemail. Standard email is not secure — call us and we will arrange a secure channel. ## About Treatment What is adaptive radiotherapy? Adaptive radiotherapy is an advanced form of radiation treatment that adjusts to changes in your tumor's size, shape, and position each day. Unlike conventional machines that deliver radiation based on a static plan made before treatment begins, the Akesis Gemini 360 re-images and recalculates your treatment plan at every single session. This means the radiation always targets where your tumor is today — not where it was last week. [Learn more about our technology](/technology) How long does treatment take? Is the treatment itself painful? What types of cancer can be treated with the Gemini 360? Can benign (non-cancerous) conditions be treated with radiation? How does adaptive radiotherapy compare to conventional radiation? ## About the Technology What is the Akesis Gemini 360? Is the Gemini 360 FDA approved? What does '0.3mm precision' mean? ## Insurance & Billing Does insurance cover adaptive radiotherapy? Which insurance plans do you accept? Will I know my costs before treatment begins? Do you offer financial assistance? Is adaptive radiotherapy more expensive than traditional radiation? ## Your First Visit What should I expect on my first visit? Do I need a referral from my health care provider? What should I bring to my first appointment? How do I get my medical records to your office? ## Side Effects & Recovery What are the side effects of adaptive radiotherapy? Can I continue working during treatment? How quickly do side effects resolve after treatment? Will I lose my hair from radiation therapy? ## Still have questions? Our team is here to help. Call us to speak with our physicians and staff or to schedule a consultation. 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Conventional machines deliver radiation based on a plan made before treatment starts and cannot adjust to day-to-day changes in your tumor. The Gemini 360 re-images your tumor at every session and recalculates the treatment plan in real time. This results in more precise targeting, less damage to healthy tissue, fewer side effects, and often dramatically fewer treatment sessions." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the Akesis Gemini 360?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Akesis Gemini 360 is an adaptive radiotherapy system that re-images and recalculates your treatment plan at every session. It's the only adaptive radiotherapy machine in Utah, located at 5D Cancer Services in St. George." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is the Gemini 360 FDA approved?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. The Akesis Gemini 360 has received both FDA 510(k) clearance and Premarket Approval — the most rigorous safety and effectiveness standards for medical devices in the United States. It has also been granted FDA Breakthrough Device Designation, a status reserved for technologies that offer significant advantages over existing treatments for life-threatening conditions." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What does '0.3mm precision' mean?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Gemini 360 achieves an isocenter accuracy of 0.3mm — about the width of three human hairs. This extraordinary precision means the radiation beam targets the tumor with millimeter accuracy, maximizing the dose to cancer cells while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissue. This level of precision is what enables shorter treatment courses with fewer side effects." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does insurance cover adaptive radiotherapy?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Most major insurance plans cover radiation therapy, including adaptive radiotherapy. The Gemini 360 is FDA-cleared and adaptive radiotherapy is classified as medically necessary treatment — not experimental or investigational. Our billing team works directly with your insurance provider to verify coverage and obtain pre-authorization before treatment begins." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Which insurance plans do you accept?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, TRICARE, and many other plans. 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