Dr. Thomas Walsh, MD

Kernersville, NC

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Walsh, Surgeon in Kernersville, NC?

Dr. Thomas Walsh, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kernersville, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Walsh completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Walsh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Walsh’s office.

Where did Dr. Walsh go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery

Is Dr. Walsh board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Thomas Walsh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Walsh speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Walsh typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Walsh 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. Walsh. 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:

Severe Obesity
Obesity
Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
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Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
Morbid Obesity
Extreme Obesity
Class 3 Obesity

ICD-10 Codes:

E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

Also known as:

Bariatric Surgery Status
Weight Loss Surgery
Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
Weight Loss Surgery History
Gastric Bypass Status
Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

ICD-10 Codes:

Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

Also known as:

Stomach Removal
Stomach Disorder
Gastrectomy
Absence of Stomach
Missing Stomach

ICD-10 Codes:

Z903: Acquired absence of stomach [part of]

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Walsh typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Walsh 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. Walsh. 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:

Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Longitudinal Gastrectomy
Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery

CPT Codes:

43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)

Does Dr. Walsh accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Walsh's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Walsh's office located?

Dr. Thomas Walsh's Primary Practice

1730 Kernersville Medical Pkwy Ste 101

Kernersville, NC 27284

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

Dr. Walsh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831124254.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Walsh?

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

What is Dr. Thomas Walsh's specialty?

Dr. Walsh is a Surgeon near Kernersville, NC.

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 Dr. Thomas Walsh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Walsh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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