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Dr. Robert Garrett, MD

Tulsa, OK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Garrett, Thoracic Surgeon in Tulsa, OK?

    Dr. Robert Garrett, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tulsa, OK. He is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Garrett graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Surgery; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, General Surgery. Dr. Garrett is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garrett’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garrett’s office.

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

    • Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Surgery; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, General Surgery | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Garrett board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Garrett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Garrett speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Garrett treat?

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

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory System Surgery Aftercare
    • Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Lung surgery aftercare
    • Breathing system recovery
    • Respiratory post-op care
    • Wound dressing care
    • Post-op dressing change
    • Surgical wound management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48813: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the respiratory system
    • Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
    • I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Aortic Widening
    • Dilated Thoracic Aorta
    • Thoracic Aortic Dilation
    • Enlarged Chest Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia

    Does Dr. Garrett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garrett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garrett accept in Tulsa, OK?

    Dr. Garrett in Tulsa, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Community Care Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Oklahoma

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Garrett's office located?

    Dr. Robert Garrett's Primary Practice

    6161 S Yale Ave

    Tulsa, OK 74136

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

    Dr. Garrett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740215292.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garrett?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Garrett's specialty?

    Dr. Garrett is a Thoracic Surgeon near Tulsa, OK. 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. Garrett to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Garrett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Garrett is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa 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 Robert Garrett accepting new patients in Tulsa, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Garrett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Garrett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garrett's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Garrett?

    Please contact Dr. Garrett's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Garrett have?

    Dr. Robert Garrett is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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