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Who is Dr. Thacker, Trauma Surgeon in Wichita, KS?
Dr. Christopher Thacker is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thacker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thacker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thacker’s office at (570) 271-6211.
What languages does Dr. Thacker speak?
Dr. Thacker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thacker treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Thacker 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. Thacker. 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:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Thacker perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Thacker may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thacker's office.
Does Dr. Thacker accept my insurance?
Dr. Thacker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thacker accept in Wichita, KS?
Dr. Thacker in Wichita, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
MedImpact
OptumRx
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thacker's office located?
Dr. Christopher Thacker's Primary Practice
818 N Emporia St Ste 200
Wichita, KS 67214
(570) 271-6211
Dr. Christopher Thacker's Practice 3
Vcuhs Gme Administration Box 980257
Richmond, VA 23298
What is Dr. Thacker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thacker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609335678.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thacker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thacker
What is Dr. Christopher Thacker's specialty?
Dr. Thacker is a Trauma Surgeon near Wichita, KS. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Thacker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Thacker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thacker is affiliated with Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, NMC Health Medical Center, Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center, VCU Medical Center North 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 Thacker accepting new patients in Wichita, KS?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Thacker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Thacker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thacker's office at (570) 271-6211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Thacker?
Please contact Dr. Thacker's office at (570) 271-6211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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