Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cornett, Surgeon in Durham, NC?
Dr. Thomas Cornett, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cornett graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Cornett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cornett’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cornett’s office at (336) 387-8100.
Where did Dr. Cornett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, General Surgery | Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Cornett board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Cornett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cornett speak?
Dr. Cornett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Cornett typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Cornett 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. Cornett. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Cornett typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Cornett 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. Cornett. 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:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Cornett accept my insurance?
Dr. Cornett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 387-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cornett accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Cornett in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cornett's office located?
Dr. Thomas Cornett's Primary Practice
40 Duke Medicine Cir
Durham, NC 27710
(336) 387-8100
What is Dr. Cornett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cornett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811920648.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cornett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cornett
What is Dr. Thomas Cornett's specialty?
Dr. Cornett is a Surgeon near Durham, NC.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Thomas Cornett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cornett is affiliated with Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital 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 Thomas Cornett accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Cornett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Cornett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cornett's office at (336) 387-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Cornett?
Please contact Dr. Cornett's office at (336) 387-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Cornett have?
Dr. Thomas Cornett is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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