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Navigating the Referral Process for Endocrine Surgery: What You Need to Know
Even if you’ve been referred to us by your provider, not every endocrine condition requires surgery. We must carefully review each patient’s medical details before confirming an appointment date and time.

Richard Harding, MD, FACS
Jun 272 min read


Insurance Coverage for Thyroid Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA): A Landmark Decision
For patients seeking radiofrequency ablation (RFA) as a treatment for thyroid nodules, insurance coverage has often been a hurdle. However, a recent New York State ruling has set a precedent that could change the landscape of thyroid care.

Dr. Richard Harding
Jun 192 min read


What You Need to Know About the New CPT Codes for Percutaneous Radiofrequency Ablation of the Thyroid
CMS finalized the valuation and established the official CPT® codes for percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of the thyroid; 60660 and 60661

Dr. Richard Harding
Jan 42 min read


2025 Thyroid Awareness Month is here at TNTC!
Everyday new thyroid nodules are discovered by their physicians, family, friends, and even their hairdressers! Request an appointment today

Dr. Richard Harding
Jan 33 min read


Thyroid Nodule RFA - High-tech treatment for thyroid nodules available at Thyroid Nodule Treatment Center to save your thyroid
High-tech treatment for thyroid nodules provided by Dr. Richard Harding featured on the Sonoran Living segment of Arizona ABC15

Dr. Richard Harding
May 8, 20243 min read


Dr. Harding Presents at The 2nd Annual North American Society for Interventional Thyroidology (NASIT) Meeting
The North American Society for Interventional Thyroidology (NASIT) forwards innovation, collaboration and progress, in addition to...

Dr. Richard Harding
Feb 2, 20242 min read


Thyroid Awareness Month is here!
January is Thyroid Awareness Month. Everyday is a good day for Thyroid RFA Awareness

Dr. Richard Harding
Jan 11, 20242 min read


Dr. Harding Attends The American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts
Dr. Richard Harding has been an American College of Surgeons Fellow since 1998.

Dr. Richard Harding
Oct 25, 20232 min read


Can radiofrequency ablation (RFA) safely treat and shrink thyroid nodules?
RFA is safe and effective for treating benign thyroid nodules that cause problems due to their size or function.

Dr. Richard Harding
Oct 9, 20233 min read


New Innovations for Management of Structural (Nodular) Thyroid Disease
Management of nodular thyroid disease now allows treatment of symptomatic benign thyroid disease using minimally invasive technology

Dr. Richard Harding
Oct 9, 20234 min read


Overwhelmingly Positive Results with RFA Validated by Endorsements from Preeminent Authorities
The collective effort addresses nuances, highlighting the complexity of care associated with thyroid nodule RFA

Dr. Richard Harding
Oct 5, 20231 min read


Thyroid Surgery vs. RFA
Dr. Richard Harding is very pleased to provide RFA, Radiofrequency ablation, a non-surgical treatment for large benign thyroid nodules.

Dr. Richard Harding
Aug 23, 20232 min read


RFA Success Stories
Dr. Richard Harding's patients are very happy with the results of the RFA procedure, which allows them to avoid thyroid surgery

Dr. Richard Harding
Aug 22, 20231 min read


Will Insurance Cover Radiofrequency Ablation?
Currently the evaluation of the thyroid nodules is covered by insurance companies.

Dr. Richard Harding
Aug 17, 20231 min read


Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Of Thyroid Nodules
Dr. Harding is very pleased to provide a non-surgical treatment for large benign thyroid nodules.

Dr. Richard Harding
Jul 18, 20232 min read


Thyroid Nodule Radiofrequency Ablation Lecture With Richard Harding, MD, FACS
The Thyroid Nodule Treatment Center is available to navigate the numerous diagnostic and therapeutic options with you.

Dr. Richard Harding
Jul 17, 20232 min read


Advantages of Radiofrequency Ablation of Thyroid Nodules
The procedure itself takes less than an hour, the entire process may take 2-3 hours.

Dr. Richard Harding
Jul 15, 20231 min read


Dysphagia
The thyroid is attached anteriorly to the trachea and larynx and can interfere with normal swallowing process when enlarged.

Dr. Richard Harding
Jul 11, 20231 min read


Reducing Costs of Thyroid Nodule Therapy with Thyroid RFA
Cost of Thyroid RFA ranges between $5,000 and $15,000 depending upon where it is performed. This is approximately 10% of total surgery costs

Dr. Richard Harding
Jul 11, 20233 min read


Benign Thyroid Nodules
Everyday new thyroid nodules are discovered by their physicians, family, friends, and even their hairdressers! Some people have symptoms...

Dr. Richard Harding
Jul 11, 20231 min read
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