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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hooker, Thoracic Surgeon in Kentwood, MI?
Dr. Robert Hooker, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kentwood, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Hooker is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hooker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hooker’s office.
Is Dr. Hooker board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Hooker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hooker speak?
Dr. Hooker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does Dr. Hooker treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Hooker 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. Hooker. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
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
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
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:
- 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:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Disorder
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Problem
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I359: Nonrheumatic aortic valve disorder, unspecified
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
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:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Which procedures does Dr. Hooker perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Hooker may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hooker's office.
Does Dr. Hooker accept my insurance?
Dr. Hooker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hooker accept in Kentwood, MI?
Dr. Hooker in Kentwood, MI 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 Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hooker's office located?
What is Dr. Hooker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hooker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265405765.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hooker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hooker
What is Dr. Robert Hooker's specialty?
Dr. Hooker is a Thoracic Surgeon near Kentwood, MI. 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. Contact Dr. Hooker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Hooker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hooker is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Trinity Health Muskegon 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
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Is Robert Hooker accepting new patients in Kentwood, MI?
Yes, Dr. Robert Hooker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Hooker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hooker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Hooker?
Please contact Dr. Hooker's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Hooker have?
Dr. Robert Hooker is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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