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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nguyen, Surgeon in Spartanburg, SC?
Dr. Christopher Nguyen is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Spartanburg, SC. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (864) 560-1900.
What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?
Dr. Nguyen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation (Radiofrequency)
- Radiofrequency ablation of liver tumors
- RFA liver cancer
- Laparoscopic liver tumor removal
- Liver tumor destruction
CPT Codes:
- 47370: Laparoscopy, surgical, ablation of 1 or more liver tumor(s); radiofrequency
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Jejunostomy
- Keyhole jejunostomy
- Feeding tube placement small intestine
- Small bowel opening surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44186: Laparoscopy, surgical; jejunostomy (eg, for decompression or feeding)
Also known as:
- Mediastinoscopy with Lymph Node Biopsy
- Chest Lymph Node Biopsy
- Mediastinal Biopsy
- Lung Cancer Staging Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 39402: Mediastinoscopy; with lymph node biopsy(ies) (eg, lung cancer staging)
Also known as:
- Removal of Pleural Drainage Catheter
- Tunneled Pleural Catheter Removal
- Chest Tube Removal
- Pleural Catheter Excision
CPT Codes:
- 32552: Removal of indwelling tunneled pleural catheter with cuff
Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?
Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 560-1900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Spartanburg, SC?
Dr. Nguyen in Spartanburg, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?
Dr. Christopher Nguyen's Primary Practice
101 E Wood St
Spartanburg, SC 29303
(864) 560-1900
What is Dr. Nguyen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457316978.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nguyen
What is Dr. Christopher Nguyen's specialty?
Dr. Nguyen 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. Christopher Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Pelham Medical Center, Prisma Health Patewood 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 Christopher Nguyen accepting new patients in Spartanburg, SC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Nguyen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (864) 560-1900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Nguyen?
Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (864) 560-1900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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