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Who is Dr. Westgarth-Taylor, Pediatric Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Christopher Westgarth-Taylor, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Westgarth-Taylor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westgarth-Taylor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westgarth-Taylor’s office at (210) 704-3030.
What languages does Dr. Westgarth-Taylor speak?
Dr. Westgarth-Taylor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Westgarth-Taylor typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Westgarth-Taylor 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. Westgarth-Taylor. 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:
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Hirschsprung's Disease
- Birth Defects
- Colonic Disease
- Hirschsprung disease
- Congenital Megacolon
- Aganglionic Megacolon
- Hirschsprung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q431: Hirschsprung's disease
Also known as:
- Intestine Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Congenital Intestinal Abnormalities
- Bowel Malformations
- Baby Intestine Development Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q439: Congenital malformation of intestine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
- Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
- Complicated Appendicitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
Also known as:
- Neurogenic Bowel
- Digestive Disease
- Nerve-Related Bowel Dysfunction
- Neuropathic Bowel
ICD-10 Codes:
- K592: Neurogenic bowel, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Westgarth-Taylor typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Westgarth-Taylor performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Westgarth-Taylor. 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:
- Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
- Rectal exam with general anesthesia
- Anorectal surgery for diagnosis
CPT Codes:
- 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic
Also known as:
- Removal of Fecal Impaction or Foreign Body Under Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Fecal Impaction Extraction
- Rectal Foreign Body Removal
- Anesthetized Bowel Clearance
CPT Codes:
- 45915: Removal of fecal impaction or foreign body (separate procedure) under anesthesia
Also known as:
- Anal Biopsy
- Rectal Wall Biopsy
- Anorectal Biopsy
- Anal Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45100: Biopsy of anorectal wall, anal approach (eg, congenital megacolon)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Drainage of Complicated Pilonidal Cyst
- Abscess
- Pilonidal Cyst Incision and Drainage
- Complicated Pilonidal Abscess Drainage
- Pilonidal Cyst Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 10081: Incision and drainage of pilonidal cyst; complicated
Does Dr. Westgarth-Taylor accept my insurance?
Dr. Westgarth-Taylor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 704-3030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westgarth-Taylor accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Westgarth-Taylor in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Westgarth-Taylor's office located?
Dr. Christopher Westgarth-Taylor's Primary Practice
333 N Santa Rosa
San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 704-3030
What is Dr. Westgarth-Taylor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westgarth-Taylor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497407530.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westgarth-Taylor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westgarth-Taylor
What is Dr. Christopher Westgarth-Taylor's specialty?
Dr. Westgarth-Taylor is a Pediatric Surgeon near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Christopher Westgarth-Taylor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Westgarth-Taylor is affiliated with Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels, University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Christopher Westgarth-Taylor accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Westgarth-Taylor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Westgarth-Taylor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westgarth-Taylor's office at (210) 704-3030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Westgarth-Taylor?
Please contact Dr. Westgarth-Taylor's office at (210) 704-3030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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