Dr. Christopher Willms

Charlottesville, VA

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Willms, Thoracic Surgeon in Charlottesville, VA?

Dr. Christopher Willms is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA. He is board certified. Dr. Willms graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas. Dr. Willms is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Willms’s office at (434) 654-5260.

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

Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

Is Dr. Willms board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Christopher Willms is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Willms speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Willms typically treat?

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

Single Lung Nodule
Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
Lung Disease
Lung Spot
Pulmonary Nodule
Spot on Lung Scan
Unusual Lung Scan Results
Atypical Lung Imaging
Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

ICD-10 Codes:

R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

Also known as:

Personal History of Other Lung and Bronchus Cancer
Bronchial Disorder
Cancer
Lung Cancer
Past lung cancer
Previous bronchial malignancy
History of lung tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

Z85118: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung

What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Willms typically perform?

As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Willms may include:

Please contact Dr. Willms' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Willms accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Willms' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Willms' office located?

Dr. Christopher Willms' Primary Practice

500 Martha Jefferson Dr Fl 5

Charlottesville, VA 22911

(434) 654-5260

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

Dr. Willms's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093786329.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Willms?

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

What is Dr. Christopher Willms's specialty?

Dr. Willms is a Thoracic Surgeon near Charlottesville, VA.

What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

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.

Is Dr. Christopher Willms affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Willms 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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