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Dr. Willard Thompson, MD

Dr. Willard Thompson, MD

Savannah, GA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Thompson, Neurosurgeon in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Willard Thompson, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Thompson graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. Dr. Thompson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thompson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thompson’s office at (912) 355-1010.

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

    • Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thompson board certified in Neurosurgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Willard Thompson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Thompson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Thompson treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Thompson 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. Thompson. 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:

    • Pressure on the Brain
    • Brain cysts
    • Other Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Compression
    • Intracranial Pressure
    • Brain Swelling
    • Cerebral cysts
    • Arachnoid cysts
    • Intracranial cysts
    • Various Brain Conditions
    • Uncommon Brain Problems
    • Specified Brain Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G935: Compression of brain
    • G930: Cerebral cysts
    • G9389: Other specified disorders of brain

    Also known as:

    • Communicating Hydrocephalus
    • Obstructive hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • Non-obstructive Hydrocephalus
    • External Hydrocephalus
    • Non-communicating hydrocephalus
    • Blocked hydrocephalus
    • Water on the brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G910: Communicating hydrocephalus
    • G911: Obstructive hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Flat Head Syndrome
    • Macrocephaly
    • Craniosynostosis
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Plagiocephaly
    • Misshapen Head
    • Asymmetrical Head Shape
    • Large head size
    • Enlarged head
    • Big head syndrome
    • Craniostenosis
    • Premature skull fusion
    • Fused skull bones in infants
    • Skull deformity at birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q673: Plagiocephaly
    • Q753: Macrocephaly
    • Q750: Craniosynostosis

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Skull Fracture
    • Broken Skull
    • Fractures
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Bone Fracture
    • Cranial Fracture
    • Skull break
    • Cranial fracture
    • Head bone fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S020XXA: Fracture of vault of skull, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S0291XA: Unspecified fracture of skull, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Growth of unknown type in the upper brain
    • Brain Disease
    • Supratentorial brain tumor of uncertain nature
    • Undetermined upper brain growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D430: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of brain, supratentorial

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Malformation
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
    • Spinal Cord Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Syringomyelia
    • Syrinx
    • Spinal Cord Cyst
    • Fluid-filled Cavity in Spinal Cord

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G950: Syringomyelia and syringobulbia

    Does Dr. Thompson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 355-1010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thompson accept in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Thompson in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

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    Where is Dr. Thompson's office located?

    Dr. Willard Thompson's Primary Practice

    4 E Jackson Blvd

    Savannah, GA 31405

    (912) 355-1010

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    Dr. Willard Thompson's Practice 2

    22 W Oglethorpe Ave

    Savannah, GA 31401

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    Dr. Willard Thompson's Practice 3

    123 Canal St Ste 203

    Pooler, GA 31322

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

    Dr. Thompson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265421309.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thompson?

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

    What is Dr. Willard Thompson's specialty?

    Dr. Thompson is a Neurosurgeon near Savannah, GA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Thompson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Willard Thompson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Thompson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Health University Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Neurosurgeon?

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    Is Willard Thompson accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Willard Thompson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Willard Thompson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (912) 355-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Willard Thompson?

    Please contact Dr. Thompson's office at (912) 355-1010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Willard Thompson have?

    Dr. Willard Thompson is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.

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