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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Parsons, Thoracic Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Ronald Parsons, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Parsons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parsons’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parsons’s office at (404) 712-7731.
What languages does Dr. Parsons speak?
Dr. Parsons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Parsons treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Parsons 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. Parsons. 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 Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Donation
- Organ Donation
- Living kidney donation
- Deceased kidney donation
- Renal donation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z524: Kidney donor
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Renal Transplant Problem
- Kidney Graft Issue
- Post-Kidney Transplant Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Type 1 Diabetes Kidney Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1022: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Care
- Dialysis
- PD catheter fitting
- Peritoneal dialysis access management
- Catheter adjustment for PD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4902: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of peritoneal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Long-term Calcineurin Inhibitor Use
- Chronic calcineurin therapy
- Taking calcineurin inhibitors
- Calcineurin medication
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79621: Long term (current) use of calcineurin inhibitor
Which procedures does Dr. Parsons perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Ronald Parsons 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. Parsons' office.
Does Dr. Parsons accept my insurance?
Dr. Parsons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 712-7731 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parsons accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Parsons in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Parsons' office located?
Dr. Ronald Parsons' Primary Practice
3401 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(404) 712-7731
What is Dr. Parsons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parsons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508913252.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parsons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parsons
What is Dr. Ronald Parsons's specialty?
Dr. Parsons is a Thoracic Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Parsons to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ronald Parsons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Parsons is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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 Ronald Parsons accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Parsons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Parsons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parsons's office at (404) 712-7731 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Parsons?
Please contact Dr. Parsons's office at (404) 712-7731 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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