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Dr. Thomas Luong, MD

Surgeon

Shiloh, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Luong, Surgeon in Shiloh, IL?

    Dr. Thomas Luong, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Shiloh, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Luong is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Luong’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Luong’s office at (618) 277-7400.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Luong?

    Dr. Thomas Luong, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Luong empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gastrointestinal Surgery, General Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Shiloh, IL community, Dr. Luong is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Luong speak?

    Dr. Luong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Luong typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Luong 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. Luong. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Luong typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Luong performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Luong. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Partial Colectomy with Colostomy (Hartmann's Procedure)
    • Hartmann's Procedure
    • Colon Resection with Colostomy
    • Bowel Surgery with Stoma

    CPT Codes:

    • 44143: Colectomy, partial; with end colostomy and closure of distal segment (Hartmann type procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Small Intestine Resection
    • Enterectomy
    • Bowel resection
    • Small bowel removal
    • Intestinal surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Luong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Luong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 277-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Luong accept in Shiloh, IL?

    Dr. Luong in Shiloh, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Luong's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Luong's Primary Practice

    1414 Cross St Ste 330

    Shiloh, IL 62269

    (618) 277-7400

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    Ste 500

    340 W Lincoln St Ste 500

    Belleville, IL 62220

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    Dr. Thomas Luong's Practice 3

    3 Saint Elizabeth Blvd Ste 3400

    O Fallon, IL 62269

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    What hospitals are Dr. Luong affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Luong has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Memorial Hospital Shiloh,Shiloh, IL
    Memorial Hospital of Belleville,Belleville, IL

    What is Dr. Luong's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Luong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376713826.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Luong?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Luong

    What is Dr. Thomas Luong's specialty?

    Dr. Luong is a Surgeon near Shiloh, IL.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Thomas Luong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Luong is affiliated with Hshs St. Elizabeth's 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 Dr. Thomas Luong accepting new patients in Shiloh, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Luong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Luong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Luong's office at (618) 277-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Luong?

    Please contact Dr. Luong's office at (618) 277-7400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Luong's office located?

    Dr. Luong's offices are located in Shiloh, IL, Belleville, IL, and O Fallon, IL.