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Dr. Duc Thinh Pham, MD

Thoracic Surgeon

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pham, Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Duc Thinh Pham, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pham completed his residency at University Of North Carolina. Dr. Pham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pham’s office at (312) 664-3278.

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

    • Residency: University Of North Carolina

    Is Dr. Pham board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Duc Thinh Pham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Pham speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky tricuspid valve
    • Tricuspid regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    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:

    • Other Cardiomyopathies
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Uncommon heart muscle diseases
    • Rare cardiomyopathy types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I428: Other cardiomyopathies

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

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

    • Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac Transplant
    • New Heart Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33945: Heart transplant, with or without recipient cardiectomy

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Heart Pump Insertion (VAD)
    • Ventricular Assist Device Implantation
    • VAD Surgery
    • Artificial Heart Pump

    CPT Codes:

    • 33979: Insertion of ventricular assist device, implantable intracorporeal, single ventricle

    Also known as:

    • Donor Heart Preparation for Transplant
    • Heart Allograft Preparation
    • Cadaver Heart Dissection for Transplant
    • Donor Heart Procurement Prep

    CPT Codes:

    • 33944: Backbench standard preparation of cadaver donor heart allograft prior to transplantation, including dissection of allograft from surrounding soft tissues to prepare aorta, superior vena cava, inferior vena cava, pulmonary artery, and left atrium for implantation

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Heart Assist Balloon
    • Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Removal
    • Percutaneous IABP Removal
    • Heart Balloon Device Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 33968: Removal of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Removal
    • ICD Pulse Generator Removal
    • Implantable Defibrillator Explant
    • Defibrillator Battery Removal
    • Heart Defibrillator Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only

    Also known as:

    • Arm Artery Access for Heart or Vessel Procedure
    • Axillary Artery Exposure
    • Subclavian Artery Access
    • Artery Conduit Creation
    • Vascular Access for Endovascular Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 34716: Open axillary/subclavian artery exposure with creation of conduit for delivery of endovascular prosthesis or for establishment of cardiopulmonary bypass, by infraclavicular or supraclavicular incision, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Heart Pump Insertion
    • Percutaneous VAD Insertion
    • Temporary Left Ventricular Assist Device
    • Heart Support Device Placement
    • Heart Pump Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33990: Insertion of ventricular assist device, percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation; left heart, arterial access only

    Does Dr. Pham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 664-3278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pham accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Pham in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Indiana

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pham's office located?

    100 Dept Of Cardiology

    675 N Saint Clair St Ste 19-100

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 664-3278

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    Dr. Duc Thinh Pham's Practice 2

    25 N Winfield Rd

    Winfield, IL 60190

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

    Dr. Pham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326054669.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pham?

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

    What is Dr. Duc Thinh Pham's specialty?

    Dr. Pham is a Thoracic Surgeon near Chicago, IL.

    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. Duc Thinh Pham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pham is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center 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

    When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Duc Thinh Pham accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Duc Thinh Pham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Duc Thinh Pham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pham's office at (312) 664-3278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Duc Thinh Pham?

    Please contact Dr. Pham's office at (312) 664-3278 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pham's office located?

    Dr. Pham's offices are located in Chicago, IL and Winfield, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Duc Thinh Pham have?

    Dr. Duc Thinh Pham is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.