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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Durham, Thoracic Surgeon in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Lucian Durham, MD, PHD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Durham is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Durham’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Durham’s office at (414) 955-6204.
What languages does Dr. Durham speak?
Dr. Durham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Durham treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Durham 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. Durham. 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:
- End-Stage Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Advanced heart failure
- Terminal heart failure
- Severe heart failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5084: End stage heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Respiratory Failure
- ARDS
- Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Shock Lung
- Acute Lung Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- J80: Acute respiratory distress syndrome
Also known as:
- Heart-Related Shock After a Procedure
- Post-operative cardiogenic shock
- Heart shock after surgery
- Cardiogenic shock after medical procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8111XA: Postprocedural cardiogenic shock, initial encounter
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:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Durham perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Lucian Durham may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Durham's office.
Does Dr. Durham accept my insurance?
Dr. Durham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 955-6204 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Durham accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Durham in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Payment System (HPS)
Humana
Medicare
Network Health
Quartz Health Solutions
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Durham's office located?
Dr. Lucian Durham's Primary Practice
9200 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 955-6204
What is Dr. Durham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Durham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427036540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Durham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Durham
What is Dr. Lucian Durham's specialty?
Dr. Durham is a Thoracic Surgeon near Milwaukee, WI. 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. Durham to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lucian Durham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Durham is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital, Froedtert Menomonee Falls 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
Where can I learn more about Thoracic Surgeon?
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Is Lucian Durham accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Lucian Durham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucian Durham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Durham's office at (414) 955-6204 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucian Durham?
Please contact Dr. Durham's office at (414) 955-6204 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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