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Dr. Debra Vanzandt, MD

Critical Care Surgeon

Tulsa, OK

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vanzandt, Critical Care Surgeon in Tulsa, OK?

    Dr. Debra Vanzandt, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tulsa, OK. She has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Vanzandt graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. Dr. Vanzandt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanzandt’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanzandt’s office at (918) 494-1805.

    Where did Dr. Vanzandt go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport

    What languages does Dr. Vanzandt speak?

    Dr. Vanzandt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Vanzandt typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Vanzandt 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. Vanzandt. 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:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    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

    Also known as:

    • Biliary Acute Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Gallstone Pancreatitis
    • Bile Duct Related Pancreatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8510: Biliary acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Vanzandt typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Vanzandt 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. Vanzandt. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Does Dr. Vanzandt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vanzandt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (918) 494-1805 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vanzandt accept in Tulsa, OK?

    Dr. Vanzandt in Tulsa, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vanzandt's office located?

    Dr. Debra Vanzandt's Primary Practice

    6161 S Yale Ave

    Tulsa, OK 74136

    (918) 494-1805

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    What is Dr. Vanzandt's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vanzandt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497886790.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanzandt?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanzandt

    What is Dr. Debra Vanzandt's specialty?

    Dr. Vanzandt is a Critical Care Surgeon near Tulsa, OK.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Debra Vanzandt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vanzandt is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge 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 Dr. Debra Vanzandt accepting new patients in Tulsa, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Debra Vanzandt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Debra Vanzandt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vanzandt's office at (918) 494-1805 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Debra Vanzandt?

    Please contact Dr. Vanzandt's office at (918) 494-1805 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vanzandt's office located?

    Dr. Vanzandt's office is located in Tulsa, OK.