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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vigness, Specialist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Richard Vigness, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Vigness completed his residency at Texas Heart Inst, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, General Surgery. Dr. Vigness is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vigness’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vigness’s office at (817) 926-3320.
Where did Dr. Vigness go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Texas Heart Inst, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, General Surgery
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx
Is Dr. Vigness board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Vigness, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vigness speak?
Dr. Vigness and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vigness treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Vigness 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. Vigness. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Right Lung
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Metastatic Cancer in Right Lung
- Secondary Tumor in Right Lung
- Right Lung Metastasis
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C7801: Secondary malignant neoplasm of right lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
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:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Lung Carcinoid Tumor
- Carcinoid Tumor
- Bronchial Carcinoid
- Pulmonary Carcinoid
- Lung NET
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A090: Malignant carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Does Dr. Vigness accept my insurance?
Dr. Vigness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 926-3320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vigness accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Vigness in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Care N' Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vigness' office located?
What is Dr. Vigness's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vigness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043263213.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vigness?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vigness
What is Dr. Richard Vigness's specialty?
Dr. Vigness is a Specialist near Fort Worth, TX. Contact Dr. Vigness to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Vigness affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vigness is affiliated with Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Richard Vigness accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Vigness is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Vigness offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vigness's office at (817) 926-3320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Vigness?
Please contact Dr. Vigness's office at (817) 926-3320 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Vigness have?
Dr. Richard Vigness is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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