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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ordiway, Thoracic Surgeon in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Lester Ordiway, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ordiway graduated from HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Ordiway is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ordiway’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ordiway’s office at (813) 871-5151.
Where did Dr. Ordiway go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Hahnemann Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Drexel University College of Medicine/Hahnemann University Hospital Program
Medical School: HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)
Is Dr. Ordiway board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lester Ordiway, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ordiway speak?
Dr. Ordiway and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Ordiway typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ordiway 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. Ordiway. 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:
- Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Lung Failure with High CO2
- Hypercapnic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Excess Carbon Dioxide
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9692: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Ordiway typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ordiway 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. Ordiway. 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:
- Planned Tracheostomy
- Tracheotomy
- Surgical Airway Creation
- Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
- Neck Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Thoracoscopy with Pleura Removal
- VATS pleurectomy
- Surgical pleura removal
- Lung lining removal surgery
- Thoracoscopic pleurectomy
CPT Codes:
- 32656: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with parietal pleurectomy
Does Dr. Ordiway accept my insurance?
Dr. Ordiway accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 871-5151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ordiway accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Ordiway in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ordiway's office located?
Dr. Lester Ordiway's Primary Practice
508 S Habana Ave Ste 210
Tampa, FL 33609
(813) 871-5151
What is Dr. Ordiway's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ordiway's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235179623.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ordiway?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ordiway
What is Dr. Lester Ordiway's specialty?
Dr. Ordiway is a Thoracic Surgeon near Tampa, FL.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Lester Ordiway affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ordiway is affiliated with Hca Florida South Tampa 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 Lester Ordiway accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Lester Ordiway is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lester Ordiway offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ordiway's office at (813) 871-5151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lester Ordiway?
Please contact Dr. Ordiway's office at (813) 871-5151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lester Ordiway have?
Dr. Lester Ordiway is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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