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Dr. Cord Sturgeon, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sturgeon, Surgeon in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Cord Sturgeon, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Sturgeon completed his residency at University Of Illinois Hospital. Dr. Sturgeon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sturgeon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sturgeon’s office at (312) 695-0900.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sturgeon?

    Dr. Cord Sturgeon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sturgeon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adrenal Tumors, Endocrine Surgery, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN), Parathyroid Surgery, Thyroid Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chicago/IL community, Dr. Sturgeon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: University Of Illinois Hospital

    Is Dr. Sturgeon board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Cord Sturgeon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Sturgeon speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sturgeon treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Sturgeon 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. Sturgeon. 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:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Benign Parathyroid Gland Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Non-cancerous parathyroid growth
    • Benign parathyroid neoplasm
    • Parathyroid adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D351: Benign neoplasm of parathyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Enlarged Thyroid Gland
    • Simple Goiter
    • Thyroid Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E049: Nontoxic goiter, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    What procedures does Dr. Sturgeon perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Sturgeon 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. Sturgeon. 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:

    • Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
    • Thyroid Gland Removal for Cancer with Lymph Node Dissection
    • Total Thyroid Removal
    • Thyroid Cyst or Growth Removal
    • Completion Thyroidectomy
    • Thyroid Gland Removal (Neck Incision)
    • Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
    • Thyroid Lobe Removal
    • Partial Thyroidectomy
    • Isthmusectomy
    • Total Thyroidectomy for Cancer
    • Subtotal Thyroidectomy with Neck Dissection
    • Thyroid Cancer Surgery
    • Complete thyroidectomy
    • Thyroid gland removal
    • Thyroid surgery
    • Thyroid Adenoma Excision
    • Thyroid Isthmus Transection
    • Thyroid Nodule Surgery
    • Remaining Thyroid Removal
    • Second Thyroid Surgery
    • Total Thyroidectomy after Partial
    • Thyroidectomy
    • Substernal Thyroid Removal
    • Cervical Thyroidectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
    • 60252: Thyroidectomy, total or subtotal for malignancy; with limited neck dissection
    • 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
    • 60200: Excision of cyst or adenoma of thyroid, or transection of isthmus
    • 60260: Thyroidectomy, removal of all remaining thyroid tissue following previous removal of a portion of thyroid
    • 60271: Thyroidectomy, including substernal thyroid; cervical approach

    Also known as:

    • Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
    • Parathyroid Gland Transplant
    • Repeat Parathyroid Gland Surgery
    • Parathyroidectomy
    • Parathyroid Gland Surgery
    • Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
    • Parathyroid Autograft
    • Parathyroid Tissue Transfer
    • Parathyroid Reimplantation
    • Parathyroid re-exploration
    • Secondary parathyroidectomy
    • Repeat parathyroid gland removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
    • 60512: Parathyroid autotransplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 60502: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s); re-exploration

    Also known as:

    • Modified Radical Neck Dissection
    • Cervical Lymph Node Removal
    • Neck Lymphadenectomy
    • Neck Dissection Surgery
    • Lymph Node Biopsy Neck

    CPT Codes:

    • 38724: Cervical lymphadenectomy (modified radical neck dissection)

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Deep Cervical Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Core Needle Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Thyroid Biopsy
    • Thyroid Nodule Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy of Thyroid

    CPT Codes:

    • 60100: Biopsy thyroid, percutaneous core needle

    Also known as:

    • CPAP Initiation and Management
    • CPAP Setup
    • Sleep Apnea Machine Setup
    • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 94660: Continuous positive airway pressure ventilation (CPAP), initiation and management

    Also known as:

    • Overnight Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
    • Sleep Oxygen Test
    • Nocturnal Oximetry
    • Overnight O2 Saturation Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Thymus Gland Removal (Neck Approach)
    • Transcervical Thymectomy
    • Partial Thymectomy
    • Total Thymectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 60520: Thymectomy, partial or total; transcervical approach (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Sturgeon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sturgeon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-0900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sturgeon's office located?

    Dr. Cord Sturgeon's Primary Practice

    675 N Saint Clair St Ste 21-100

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 695-0900

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

    Dr. Sturgeon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427025139.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sturgeon?

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

    What is Dr. Cord Sturgeon's specialty?

    Dr. Sturgeon is a Surgeon near Chicago, IL. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Sturgeon to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cord Sturgeon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sturgeon is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Surgeon?

    Explore Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Cord Sturgeon accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Cord Sturgeon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cord Sturgeon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sturgeon's office at (312) 695-0900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cord Sturgeon?

    Please contact Dr. Sturgeon's office at (312) 695-0900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Cord Sturgeon have?

    Dr. Cord Sturgeon is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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