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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Towe, Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Christopher Towe, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Towe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Towe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Towe’s office at (216) 844-5770.
Is Dr. Towe board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Towe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Towe speak?
Dr. Towe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Towe treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Towe 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. Towe. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Tietze Syndrome
- Cartilage Disorder
- Chondrocostal junction syndrome
- Chest wall pain
- Costochondritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M940: Chondrocostal junction syndrome [Tietze]
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Chest Wall Pain
- Pleural Disorder
- Pleurisy pain', 'Devil's grip
- Bornholm disease
- Pleurodynia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0781: Pleurodynia
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Which procedures does Dr. Towe perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Towe 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. Towe's office.
Does Dr. Towe accept my insurance?
Dr. Towe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 844-5770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Towe accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Towe in Cleveland, OH 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)
Enterprise Group Planning
Express Scripts
Medical Mutual
Medicare
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Towe's office located?
Dr. Christopher Towe's Primary Practice
11100 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44106
(216) 844-5770
What is Dr. Towe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Towe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750529111.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Towe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Towe
What is Dr. Christopher Towe's specialty?
Dr. Towe is a Thoracic Surgeon near Cleveland, OH. 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. Towe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Towe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Towe is affiliated with Uh Parma Medical Center, Uh Cleveland Medical Center 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
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Is Christopher Towe accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Towe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Towe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Towe's office at (216) 844-5770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Towe?
Please contact Dr. Towe's office at (216) 844-5770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Towe have?
Dr. Christopher Towe is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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