Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thorson, Pediatric Surgeon in Miami, FL?
Where did Dr. Thorson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University
Residency: University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine | University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thorson speak?
Dr. Thorson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Thorson typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Thorson 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. Thorson. 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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Newborns
- Premature Babies
- Small Intestine Disorder
- NEC in newborns
- Bowel inflammation in premature babies
- Intestinal tissue death in infants
ICD-10 Codes:
- P771: Stage 1 necrotizing enterocolitis in newborn
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Thorson typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Chad Thorson may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Thorson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thorson accept my insurance?
Dr. Thorson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-5249 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thorson accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Thorson in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Thorson's office located?
Dr. Chad Thorson's Primary Practice
1601 NW 12th Ave Rm 2060
Miami, FL 33136
(305) 243-5249
What hospitals are Dr. Thorson affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Thorson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Thorson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thorson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700051208.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thorson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thorson