15 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Horton, Pediatric Surgeon in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. John Horton, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Horton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horton’s office.
Where did Dr. Horton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Horton speak?
Dr. Horton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Horton typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Horton 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. Horton. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Horton typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. John Horton may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Horton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Horton accept my insurance?
Dr. Horton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Horton accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Horton in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Horton's office located?
What is Dr. Horton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Horton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487690889.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Horton
What is Dr. John Horton's specialty?
Dr. Horton is a Pediatric Surgeon near Tacoma, WA.
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. John Horton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Horton is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center 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 Pediatric Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric 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 John Horton accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. John Horton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Horton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Horton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Horton?
Please contact Dr. Horton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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