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Dr. Kathryn Engelhardt, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Engelhardt, Thoracic Surgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Kathryn Engelhardt, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. She is board certified. Dr. Engelhardt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Engelhardt’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Engelhardt’s office at (843) 792-1414.

    What languages does Dr. Engelhardt speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Engelhardt treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Engelhardt 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. Engelhardt. 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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer
    • Malignant Lung Tumor
    • Left lower lobe lung cancer
    • Right lung cancer
    • Middle Lobe Lung Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
    • C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
    • C342: Malignant neoplasm of middle lobe, bronchus or lung

    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:

    • Esophageal Cancer
    • Esophagus Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
    • Gullet Cancer
    • Esophageal Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
    • C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Other Mediastinum Disorder
    • Various mediastinal diseases
    • Unspecified chest cavity problems
    • Other conditions of the mediastinum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Benign Carcinoid Tumor of the Lung
    • Benign Tumor
    • Carcinoid Tumor
    • Lung Disease
    • Carcinoid tumor of bronchus
    • Non-cancerous lung tumor
    • Neuroendocrine tumor of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3A090: Benign carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung

    Also known as:

    • Pus in Chest Cavity
    • Abscess
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Empyema
    • Pleural empyema
    • Infected pleural space

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J869: Pyothorax without fistula

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Does Dr. Engelhardt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Engelhardt 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. Engelhardt accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Engelhardt in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • 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. Engelhardt's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Engelhardt's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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

    Dr. Engelhardt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497199558.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Engelhardt?

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

    What is Dr. Kathryn Engelhardt's specialty?

    Dr. Engelhardt is a Thoracic Surgeon near Charleston, SC. 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. Contact Dr. Engelhardt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathryn Engelhardt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Engelhardt is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center 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 Kathryn Engelhardt accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Engelhardt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Engelhardt offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Engelhardt?

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

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