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Dr. Todd Thurston, MD

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thurston, Plastic Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Todd Thurston, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thurston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thurston’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thurston’s office at (423) 756-7134.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Thurston?

    Dr. Todd Thurston, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Thurston empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cleft Palate/Lip, Cosmetic Surgery-Body, Cosmetic Surgery-Face & Breast, Maxillofacial & Craniofacial Surgery, Pediatric Craniofacial Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chattanooga/TN community, Dr. Thurston is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Thurston speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Thurston treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Thurston 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. Thurston. 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:

    • Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Palate
    • Unilateral Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Palate with Bilateral Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Hard and Soft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Cleft Lip & Palate
    • One-sided Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Single Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Unilateral Lip and Palate Cleft
    • Split Palate
    • Palatoschisis
    • Roof of Mouth Cleft
    • One-sided Cleft Lip
    • Single Cleft Lip
    • Cleft Lip on One Side
    • Bilateral Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Double Cleft Lip with Palate
    • Complete Cleft Lip and Palate
    • Unilateral Cleft Lip with Complete Palate Cleft
    • One-sided Cleft Lip with Hard and Soft Palate
    • Complete Palate Cleft with Single Lip Cleft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip
    • Q359: Cleft palate, unspecified
    • Q369: Cleft lip, unilateral
    • Q378: Unspecified cleft palate with bilateral cleft lip
    • Q375: Cleft hard and soft palate with unilateral cleft lip

    Also known as:

    • Flat Head Syndrome
    • Craniosynostosis
    • Small or Undeveloped Ear
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Plagiocephaly
    • Misshapen Head
    • Asymmetrical Head Shape
    • Craniostenosis
    • Premature skull fusion
    • Fused skull bones in infants
    • Skull deformity at birth
    • Microtia Ear Deformity
    • Congenital Small Ear
    • Ear Malformation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q673: Plagiocephaly
    • Q750: Craniosynostosis
    • Q172: Microtia

    Also known as:

    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Tongue-Tie
    • Peripheral Vascular Malformation
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Congenital skull malformation
    • Facial bone birth defect
    • Head and face bone abnormalities
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue
    • Blood Vessel Birth Defect
    • Vascular Anomaly
    • Limb Vascular Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q759: Congenital malformation of skull and face bones, unspecified
    • Q381: Ankyloglossia
    • Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Acquired Head Deformity
    • Head shape change
    • Deformed head
    • Acquired skull deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M952: Other acquired deformity of head

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Bone Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Nose
    • Nose Bone Break
    • Fractured Nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S022XXA: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Sagittal Craniosynostosis
    • Premature sagittal suture fusion
    • Scaphocephaly
    • Sagittal skull fusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7501: Sagittal craniosynostosis

    Also known as:

    • Benign Skin Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-cancerous skin lesion
    • Skin tumor
    • Skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2339: Other benign neoplasm of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Birthmark
    • Skin Condition
    • Nevus at birth
    • Mole at birth
    • Congenital melanocytic nevus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q825: Congenital non-neoplastic nevus

    Which procedures does Dr. Thurston perform as a Plastic Surgeon?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Todd Thurston may include:

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

    Does Dr. Thurston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thurston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 756-7134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thurston accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Thurston in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • SummaCare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thurston's office located?

    Dr. Todd Thurston's Primary Practice

    910 Blackford St

    Chattanooga, TN 37403

    (423) 756-7134

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    Dr. Todd Thurston's Practice 2

    979 E 3rd St # C-920

    Chattanooga, TN 37403

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    Dr. Todd Thurston's Practice 3

    901 Riverfront Pkwy Ste 100

    Chattanooga, TN 37402

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

    Dr. Thurston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790911972.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thurston?

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

    What is Dr. Todd Thurston's specialty?

    Dr. Thurston is a Plastic Surgeon near Chattanooga, TN. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Thurston to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Todd Thurston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thurston is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness 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 Todd Thurston accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Todd Thurston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Todd Thurston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thurston's office at (423) 756-7134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Todd Thurston?

    Please contact Dr. Thurston's office at (423) 756-7134 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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