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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thackston, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Derek Thackston, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thackston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thackston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thackston’s office at (804) 289-4500.
What languages does Dr. Thackston speak?
Dr. Thackston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thackston typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thackston 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. Thackston. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thackston typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Thackston may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Thackston's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thackston accept my insurance?
Dr. Thackston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 289-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thackston accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Thackston in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thackston's office located?
Dr. Derek Thackston's Primary Practice
1602 Skipwith Rd
Richmond, VA 23229
(804) 289-4500
What is Dr. Thackston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thackston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588153670.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thackston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thackston
What is Dr. Derek Thackston's specialty?
Dr. Thackston is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Derek Thackston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thackston is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Hca Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Hca Chippenham Hospital, Johnston-Willis Hospital, Mary Washington 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derek Thackston accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Thackston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Thackston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thackston's office at (804) 289-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Thackston?
Please contact Dr. Thackston's office at (804) 289-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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