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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. Dr. Towe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Towe’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as a 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 a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Towe typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, 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
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Towe typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Towe 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Enterprise Group Planning
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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 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, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Uh Ahuja 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
When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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