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Dr. Thomas Brothers, MD

Charleston, SC

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brothers, Vascular Surgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Thomas Brothers, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Brothers graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Vascular Surgery; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, General Surgery. Dr. Brothers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brothers’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brothers’s office at (843) 792-1414.

    Where did Dr. Brothers go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Vascular Surgery; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, General Surgery | University of Michigan Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Brothers board certified in Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Brothers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Brothers speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brothers treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Brothers 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. Brothers. 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:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Swelling
    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Generalized Edema
    • Full Body Swelling
    • Systemic Swelling
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R601: Generalized edema
    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
    • Other PVD
    • Other Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Other PAD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
    • I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Disorder
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries
    • Brachial Plexus Injury
    • Shoulder Nerve Damage
    • Arm Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G540: Brachial plexus disorders

    Also known as:

    • Blood Clot in Arm Arteries
    • Arm Artery Embolism
    • Upper Extremity Thrombosis
    • Blocked Arm Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I742: Embolism and thrombosis of arteries of the upper extremities

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    Also known as:

    • Blood Clots in Superficial Veins of Both Legs
    • Bilateral Superficial Venous Thrombosis
    • Leg Vein Clots
    • Phlebitis in Legs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I82813: Embolism and thrombosis of superficial veins of lower extremities, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Aneurysm
    • Aneurysms
    • Lower Extremity Aneurysm
    • Leg Blood Vessel Bulge
    • Peripheral Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I724: Aneurysm of artery of lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Blood Clot in Right Arm Surface Vein
    • Superficial Venous Thrombosis
    • Arm Vein Clot
    • Phlebitis in Arm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I82611: Acute embolism and thrombosis of superficial veins of right upper extremity

    Which procedures does Dr. Brothers perform as a Vascular Surgeon?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Brothers may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brothers' office.

    Does Dr. Brothers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brothers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brothers accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Brothers in Charleston, 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brothers' office located?

    Dr. Thomas Brothers' Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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

    Dr. Brothers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619081197.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brothers?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Brothers's specialty?

    Dr. Brothers is a Vascular Surgeon near Charleston, SC. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Brothers to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Brothers is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health Florence 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 Thomas Brothers accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

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

    Does Dr. Thomas Brothers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brothers's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Brothers?

    Please contact Dr. Brothers's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Brothers have?

    Dr. Thomas Brothers is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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