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Dr. Katherine Wood, MD

Thoracic Surgeon, Internist, Surgeon

Rochester, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wood, Thoracic Surgeon in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Katherine Wood, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY. Dr. Wood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wood’s office at (585) 275-2525.

    What languages does Dr. Wood speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Wood typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Wood 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. Wood. 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:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant Aftercare
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Post-heart transplant care
    • Heart transplant follow-up
    • Cardiac transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Worsening chronic heart failure
    • Acute decompensated heart failure
    • Sudden worsening heart failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Wood typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Wood may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 275-2525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wood accept in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Wood in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Astiva Health

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wood's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Wood's Primary Practice

    601 Elmwood Ave

    Rochester, NY 14642

    (585) 275-2525

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

    Dr. Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689931719.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wood?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Wood's specialty?

    Dr. Wood is a Thoracic Surgeon near Rochester, NY.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Katherine Wood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wood is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Orange County Global Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Katherine Wood accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Wood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Wood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (585) 275-2525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Wood?

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (585) 275-2525 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wood's office located?

    Dr. Wood's office is located in Rochester, NY.