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Dr. Thomas Painter, MD

Chesapeake, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Painter, Surgeon in Chesapeake, VA?

    Dr. Thomas Painter, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Painter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Painter’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Painter’s office at (252) 537-1933.

    What languages does Dr. Painter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Painter treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Painter 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. Painter. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Acute Appendicitis with Tissue Death
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Gangrene
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
    • Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
    • Complicated Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection
    • Gangrenous Appendicitis
    • Appendix Gangrene
    • Dead Tissue in Appendix
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
    • K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
    • K35891: Other acute appendicitis without perforation, with gangrene
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Blockage from Adhesions
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Partial Intestinal Obstruction
    • Total Adhesive Bowel Obstruction
    • Full Intestinal Blockage from Scar Tissue
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage
    • Partial Bowel Blockage
    • Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5652: Intestinal adhesions [bands] with complete obstruction
    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
    • K56600: Partial intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to cause

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8510: Biliary acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Mixed cholecystitis
    • Gallbladder attack and long-term inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K812: Acute cholecystitis with chronic cholecystitis

    Which procedures does Dr. Painter perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Painter may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Painter's office.

    Does Dr. Painter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Painter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 537-1933 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Painter accept in Chesapeake, VA?

    Dr. Painter in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Painter's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Painter's Primary Practice

    113 Gainsborough Sq Ste 400

    Chesapeake, VA 23320

    (252) 537-1933

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    Dr. Thomas Painter's Practice 2

    736 Battlefield Blvd N

    Chesapeake, VA 23320

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    Dr. Thomas Painter's Practice 3

    5801 Bremo Rd

    Richmond, VA 23226

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

    Dr. Painter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376834283.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Painter?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Painter's specialty?

    Dr. Painter is a Surgeon near Chesapeake, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Painter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Painter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Painter is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional 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 Thomas Painter accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Painter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Painter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Painter's office at (252) 537-1933 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Painter?

    Please contact Dr. Painter's office at (252) 537-1933 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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