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Dr. Richard Fansler, MD

Tampa, FL

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fansler, Surgeon in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Richard Fansler, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Fansler graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Fansler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fansler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fansler’s office.

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

    • Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fansler board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Fansler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Fansler speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Fansler 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. Fansler. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Disc Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Intervertebral Disc Disease
    • Back Disc Problems
    • Spinal Disc Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M519: Unspecified thoracic, thoracolumbar and lumbosacral intervertebral disc disorder

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Fansler 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. Fansler. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion
    • Lumbar Interbody Fusion
    • Lower Back Fusion
    • Spinal Arthrodesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Additional Spinal Fusion Level (Anterior)
    • Anterior Interbody Fusion (Add-on)
    • Extra Level Spine Fusion
    • Spinal Segment Fusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 22585: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); each additional interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Does Dr. Fansler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fansler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fansler accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Fansler in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Trinity Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Fansler's office located?

    Dr. Richard Fansler's Primary Practice

    2901 W Busch Blvd Ste 707

    Tampa, FL 33618

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    Dr. Richard Fansler's Practice 2

    12955 Seminole Blvd Ste 210

    Largo, FL 33778

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    Dr. Richard Fansler's Practice 3

    251 Clearwater Largo Rd N

    Largo, FL 33770

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

    Dr. Fansler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528172939.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fansler?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Fansler's specialty?

    Dr. Fansler is a Surgeon near Tampa, FL.

    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. Richard Fansler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fansler is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital, Hca Florida Blake Hospital, Hca Florida Trinity Hospital 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 Richard Fansler accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Fansler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Fansler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fansler's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Fansler?

    Please contact Dr. Fansler's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Fansler have?

    Dr. Richard Fansler is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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