MD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Derickson, Trauma Surgeon in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Michael Derickson, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Derickson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derickson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derickson’s office at (615) 322-3000.
What languages does Dr. Derickson speak?
Dr. Derickson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Derickson treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Derickson 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. Derickson. 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:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Derickson perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Derickson 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. Derickson's office.
Does Dr. Derickson accept my insurance?
Dr. Derickson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derickson accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Derickson in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Alabama
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Where is Dr. Derickson's office located?
Dr. Michael Derickson's Primary Practice
3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-3000
What is Dr. Derickson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derickson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750707261.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derickson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derickson
What is Dr. Michael Derickson's specialty?
Dr. Derickson is a Trauma Surgeon near Nashville, TN. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Derickson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Derickson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Derickson is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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 Michael Derickson accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Michael Derickson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Derickson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derickson's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Derickson?
Please contact Dr. Derickson's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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