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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thacker, Trauma Surgeon in Wichita, KS?
Dr. Christopher Thacker is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. 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
Which conditions does Dr. Thacker treat as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, conditions treated by a Dr. Christopher Thacker may include:
Please contact Dr. Thacker's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Which procedures does Dr. Thacker perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Kansas Health Advantage
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Kansas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thacker's office located?
Dr. Christopher Thacker's Primary Practice
551 N Hillside St Ste 201
Wichita, KS 67214
(570) 271-6211
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 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 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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