Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zurcher, Thoracic Surgeon in Columbia, SC?
Where did Dr. Zurcher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Cardiovascular Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, General Surgery | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Zurcher board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Zurcher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Zurcher speak?
Dr. Zurcher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Zurcher typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Zurcher 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. Zurcher. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- 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
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Zurcher typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Zurcher 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. Zurcher. 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:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Does Dr. Zurcher accept my insurance?
Dr. Zurcher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 254-5140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zurcher accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Zurcher in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zurcher's office located?
Dr. Robert Zurcher's Primary Practice
2750 Laurel St Ste 305
Columbia, SC 29204
(803) 254-5140
What hospitals are Dr. Zurcher affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Zurcher has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Zurcher's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zurcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255301768.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zurcher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zurcher