EverydayHealthLogo
DL

Dr. David Laird, MD

Surgeon

Jackson, TN

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Laird, Surgeon in Jackson, TN?

    Dr. David Laird, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jackson, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Laird graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Laird is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laird’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laird’s office at (731) 664-7395.

    Where did Dr. Laird go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, General Surgery | University Of Tn College Of Med | University of Tennessee Program

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Laird board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. David Laird, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Laird speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Laird typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Laird 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. Laird. 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:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Laird typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Laird 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. Laird. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Also known as:

    • Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
    • Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
    • Thyroid Lobe Removal
    • Partial Thyroidectomy
    • Isthmusectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
    • Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
    • Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter

    Also known as:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Does Dr. Laird accept my insurance?

    Dr. Laird accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (731) 664-7395 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Laird accept in Jackson, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Laird's office located?

    Dr. David Laird's Primary Practice

    395 Hospital Blvd

    Jackson, TN 38305

    (731) 664-7395

    Get Directions

    Dr. David Laird's Practice 2

    620 Skyline Dr

    Jackson, TN 38301

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Laird's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376548503.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laird?

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

    What is Dr. David Laird's specialty?

    Dr. Laird is a Surgeon near Jackson, TN.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. David Laird affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Laird is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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. David Laird accepting new patients in Jackson, TN?

    Yes, Dr. David Laird is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Laird offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Laird's office at (731) 664-7395 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Laird?

    Please contact Dr. Laird's office at (731) 664-7395 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Laird's office located?

    Dr. Laird's office is located in Jackson, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Laird have?

    Dr. David Laird is certified by the American Board of Surgery.