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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thurston, Surgeon in Spartanburg, SC?
Dr. Brian Thurston, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Spartanburg, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thurston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thurston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thurston’s office at (864) 560-1576.
What languages does Dr. Thurston speak?
Dr. Thurston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Thurston typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Thurston 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. Thurston. 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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Thurston typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Brian Thurston may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Thurston's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thurston accept my insurance?
Dr. Thurston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 560-1576 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thurston accept in Spartanburg, SC?
Dr. Thurston in Spartanburg, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thurston's office located?
Dr. Brian Thurston's Primary Practice
853 N Church St Ste 500
Spartanburg, SC 29303
(864) 560-1576
What is Dr. Thurston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thurston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497918296.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thurston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thurston
What is Dr. Brian Thurston's specialty?
Dr. Thurston is a Surgeon near Spartanburg, SC.
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 this Dr. Brian Thurston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thurston is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Pelham Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Brian Thurston accepting new patients in Spartanburg, SC?
Yes, Dr. Brian Thurston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Thurston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thurston's office at (864) 560-1576 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Thurston?
Please contact Dr. Thurston's office at (864) 560-1576 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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