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Dr. Derek Thacker, MD

Surgeon

Jackson, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thacker, Surgeon in Jackson, TN?

    Dr. Derek Thacker, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jackson, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thacker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thacker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thacker’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Thacker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Thacker typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Thacker 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. Thacker. 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:

    • 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 Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Thacker typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Thacker may include:

    Please contact Dr. Thacker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Thacker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thacker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thacker accept in Jackson, TN?

    Dr. Thacker in Jackson, 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 Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thacker's office located?

    Dr. Derek Thacker's Primary Practice

    620 Skyline Dr

    Jackson, TN 38301

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    Dr. Derek Thacker's Practice 2

    395 Hospital Blvd

    Jackson, TN 38305

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

    Dr. Thacker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538570544.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thacker?

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

    What is Dr. Derek Thacker's specialty?

    Dr. Thacker is a Surgeon near Jackson, TN.

    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 Dr. Derek Thacker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thacker is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County 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. Derek Thacker accepting new patients in Jackson, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Thacker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derek Thacker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thacker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Derek Thacker?

    Please contact Dr. Thacker's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thacker's office located?

    Dr. Thacker's office is located in Jackson, TN.