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Accepting patients
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. Dr. Parsons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parsons’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Parsons typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
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
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Parsons typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Parsons 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant (without removing old kidney)
- Renal Allotransplantation
- Kidney Graft Implantation
- New Kidney Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50360: Renal allotransplantation, implantation of graft; without recipient nephrectomy
Also known as:
- Living Donor Kidney Removal (Laparoscopic)
- Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy
- Keyhole kidney removal for donation
- Minimally invasive kidney donation surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50547: Laparoscopy, surgical; donor nephrectomy (including cold preservation), from living donor
Also known as:
- Donor Kidney Preparation for Transplant
- Renal Allograft Preparation
- Kidney Transplant Organ Prep
- Living Donor Kidney Dissection
CPT Codes:
- 50325: Backbench standard preparation of living donor renal allograft (open or laparoscopic) prior to transplantation, including dissection and removal of perinephric fat and preparation of ureter(s), renal vein(s), and renal artery(s), ligating branches, as necessary
Also known as:
- Removal of Abdominal Catheter
- Intraperitoneal catheter removal
- Tunneled catheter extraction
- Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal
CPT Codes:
- 49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Pancreas Transplant
- Pancreatic Allograft
- Pancreas Transplantation Surgery
- New Pancreas Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 48554: Transplantation of pancreatic allograft
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
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
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. Ronald Parsons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Parsons is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital 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 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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