30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thakkar, Surgeon in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Darshan Thakkar, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Thakkar graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Musc Hospital. Dr. Thakkar is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thakkar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thakkar’s office at (813) 558-4900.
Where did Dr. Thakkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Musc Hospital
Medical School: Rutgers | Medical College Baroda
Is Dr. Thakkar board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Darshan Thakkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Thakkar speak?
Dr. Thakkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Thakkar treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Thakkar 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. Thakkar. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Left Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
- Non-healing Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97811: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
- L97821: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Neoplasm
- Soft Tissue Growth
- Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D481: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Which procedures does Dr. Thakkar perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Darshan Thakkar may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thakkar's office.
Does Dr. Thakkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Thakkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 558-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thakkar accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Thakkar in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thakkar's office located?
Dr. Darshan Thakkar's Primary Practice
6919 N Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 210
Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 558-4900
What is Dr. Thakkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thakkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134205164.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thakkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thakkar
What is Dr. Darshan Thakkar's specialty?
Dr. Thakkar is a Surgeon near Tampa, FL. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Thakkar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Darshan Thakkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thakkar is affiliated with Adventhealth Carrollwood 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 Darshan Thakkar accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Darshan Thakkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darshan Thakkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thakkar's office at (813) 558-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darshan Thakkar?
Please contact Dr. Thakkar's office at (813) 558-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darshan Thakkar have?
Dr. Darshan Thakkar is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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