Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pittman, Neurosurgeon in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Thomas Pittman, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Pittman completed his residency at St. Louis University Hospital. Dr. Pittman is fluent in English, French, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pittman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pittman’s office at (859) 257-1000.
Where did Dr. Pittman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. Louis University Hospital
Medical School: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | Albany Medical College
Is Dr. Pittman board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Pittman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery since 1993
What languages does Dr. Pittman speak?
Dr. Pittman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pittman treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Pittman 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. Pittman. 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.
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Brain Tumor
- Cancer
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disorder
- Brain cysts
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Brain Condition
- Brain Problem
- Unspecified Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
- G930: Cerebral cysts
Also known as:
- Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-neurological surgery care
- Brain surgery aftercare
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
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
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Does Dr. Pittman accept my insurance?
Dr. Pittman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 257-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pittman accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Pittman in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Kentucky
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pittman's office located?
Dr. Thomas Pittman's Primary Practice
101 Sanders-Brown Bldg
Lexington, KY 40536
(859) 257-1000
What is Dr. Pittman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pittman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518925247.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pittman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pittman
What is Dr. Thomas Pittman's specialty?
Dr. Pittman is a Neurosurgeon near Lexington, KY. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Pittman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Pittman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pittman is affiliated with University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Thomas Pittman accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Pittman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Pittman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pittman's office at (859) 257-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Pittman?
Please contact Dr. Pittman's office at (859) 257-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Pittman have?
Dr. Thomas Pittman is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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