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22 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Light, Trauma Surgeon in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Timothy Light, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Light completed his residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Light is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Light’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Light’s office at (319) 338-9247.
Where did Dr. Light go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Light board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Light, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Light speak?
Dr. Light and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Light typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, conditions treated by Dr. Timothy Light may include:
Please contact Dr. Light's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Light typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Timothy Light may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Light's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Light accept my insurance?
Dr. Light accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 338-9247 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Light accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Light in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Light's office located?
Dr. Timothy Light's Primary Practice
510 E Bloomington St
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 338-9247
What is Dr. Light's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Light's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295726560.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Light?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Light
What is Dr. Timothy Light's specialty?
Dr. Light is a Trauma Surgeon near Iowa City, IA.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Timothy Light affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Light is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Timothy Light accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Light is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Light offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Light's office at (319) 338-9247 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Light?
Please contact Dr. Light's office at (319) 338-9247 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Light have?
Dr. Timothy Light is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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