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Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS

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Specializes in: Allergy and Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)

Indiana University School of Medicine (1997)

Professional interests include: benign tumor, laryngoscopy, allergy testing, and more.

601 S. Sutton Road Suite 201
Fort Mill, SC 29715

(803) 547-3800

Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS is an allergist in Fort Mill, SC specializing in allergy and pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat). He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1997 and has 28 years of experience. Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS is affiliated with Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates, Piedmont Hospital and CHARLOTTE EYE EAR NOSE AND THROAT ASSOCIATES PA.

Office Locations

Address:

601 S. Sutton Road Suite 201
Fort Mill, SC 29715

Address:

838 West Meeting Street Medical Arts Building #5
Lancaster, SC 29720

Some issues Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid surgery is a procedure to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck that regulates the hormones that manage metabolism. Thyroid surgery, also known as thyroidectomy, treats thyroid disorders such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), goiters (noncancerous thyroid inflammation), and thyroid cancer. It may also be used to remove thyroid nodules or cysts that have a risk of becoming cancerous.

Both hypothyroidism and goiters are caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The thyroid reacts by releasing too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones, impairing thyroid function and causing irregular metabolism. Goiters develop from the autoimmune reaction causing continued antibody damage to the thyroid over time. Thyroid goiters are large, swollen lumps that can be felt near the base of the neck. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. Hypothyroidism may also be caused by iodine deficiency, as iodine is needed to produce thyroid hormones.

The exact cause of thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts is unknown. While thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts can occur in individuals with thyroid disorders, they are not associated with a malfunctioning thyroid.

Physicians may prescribe thyroid surgery if blood tests reveal patients' thyroid stimulating hormones (TSA) are outside of the acceptable range, indicating a malfunctioning thyroid. Thyroid biopsies (tissue samples) and tests for thyroid-attacking antibodies are also criteria for surgery.

An ENT or general surgeon performs thyroid surgery. While a patient is placed under anesthesia, the surgeon makes an incision at the center of the neck and removes the thyroid gland. Two alternative methods of thyroid surgery are transoral (incision through the mouth) and endoscopic, where a surgeon operates a video camera for live footage to help guide the removal process.

Thyroid surgery requires minimal aftercare. Most patients recover quickly and resume normal activities within a few days of surgery. However, thyroid surgery patients must take daily synthetic thyroid medication (levothyroxine) for life to replace their removed thyroid.

Tracheostomy

Tracheostomy or tracheotomy is a surgical procedure to open an airway in a blocked trachea, or windpipe. A small hole is created in the neck, and a tube is often inserted into the hole to provide support and drainage. The patient can breathe through the hole that is created.

Tracheostomy is performed for a variety of reasons when a bypass to the normal airway is needed. A patient may have an object lodged in their throat or have an injury that damaged their windpipe. They may have cancer or a swelling in their throat that stops air from moving freely. Sometimes tracheostomy is performed to make breathing easier when patients are paralyzed or have trouble coming off a ventilator.

A tracheostomy can be temporary or permanent. A temporary tracheostomy tends to heal over easily when the tube is removed, leaving a small scar. A permanent tracheostomy can make speech difficult at first. It takes time to learn how to use the throat and air in a new way.

Tracheostomy is a fairly simple procedure, but it can make all the difference in a life or death situation.

allergy testing	238
blood draw	27
doctor visit	763
ear procedures	119
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	120
minimally invasive procedures	133
nose surgery	14
nosebleed treatment	15
skin testing	238

**Gender**
Male	184
Female	288

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	377
Black	84
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	197
From 75 to 84	131
85 and over	46
Less than 65	98

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	35
Dementia	11
Cancer	8

blood draw	34
doctor visit	779
ear procedures	101
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	105
minimally invasive procedures	126
nose surgery	22
nosebleed treatment	23
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	10

**Gender**
Male	187
Female	296

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	384
Black	87
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	199
From 75 to 84	131
85 and over	55
Less than 65	98

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	9

doctor visit	1006
ear procedures	155
hospital care	10
immunotherapy	63
injections	63
inpatient care	10
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	130
minimally invasive procedures	155
nose surgery	26
nosebleed treatment	27

**Gender**
Male	530
Female	678

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	952
Black	216
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	568
From 75 to 84	318
85 and over	112
Less than 65	210

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	34
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

CT scan	15
diagnostic procedures	9
doctor visit	1197
ear procedures	162
immunotherapy	104
injections	104
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	161
minimally invasive procedures	187
nose surgery	27
nosebleed treatment	28

**Gender**
Male	272
Female	400

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	565
Black	87
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	319
From 75 to 84	200
85 and over	57
Less than 65	96

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	24
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	32
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

CT scan	25
diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	1209
ear procedures	188
hospital care	10
immunotherapy	39
injections	39
inpatient care	10
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	137
minimally invasive procedures	171
nose surgery	35
nosebleed treatment	36

**Gender**
Male	288
Female	410

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	578
Black	101
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	341
From 75 to 84	187
85 and over	65
Less than 65	105

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	30
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

CT scan	23
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	16
diagnostic procedures	15
doctor visit	1138
ear procedures	211
excision	16
gynecologic procedures	16
immunotherapy	70
injections	70
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	117
minimally invasive procedures	154
nose surgery	38
nosebleed treatment	22
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	16

**Gender**
Male	325
Female	442

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	647
Black	101
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	364
From 75 to 84	217
85 and over	78
Less than 65	108

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	30
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

**Gender**
Male	300
Female	437

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	626
Black	76
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	367
From 75 to 84	216
85 and over	66
Less than 65	88

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	29
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

CT scan	24
doctor visit	900
ear procedures	167
hospital care	10
immunotherapy	27
injections	27
inpatient care	10
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	102
minimally invasive procedures	120
nose surgery	19
nosebleed treatment	20

**Gender**
Male	262
Female	338

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	526
Black	52
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	311
From 75 to 84	171
85 and over	57
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	30
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

CT scan	43
doctor visit	1698
ear procedures	284
immunotherapy	70
injections	70
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	216
minimally invasive procedures	246
nose surgery	31
nosebleed treatment	32

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS treated as an allergist in Fort Mill, SC were allergy testing, skin testing, minimally invasive procedures and ear procedures.

allergy testing	240
blood draw	30
CT scan	26
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	16
diagnostic procedures	13
doctor visit	1087
ear procedures	171
excision	16
gynecologic procedures	16
hospital care	10
immunotherapy	68
injections	68
inpatient care	10
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	134
minimally invasive procedures	189
nose surgery	27
nosebleed treatment	25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	16
skin testing	240
tracheal (windpipe) procedures	10

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Female	328
Male	234

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	80
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	465
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	1

**Age**
85 and over	53
75 to 84	157
Less than 65	86
65 to 74	266

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	25
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	7
Cancer	7

Education & Training

Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1997. He completed residency at Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and has a state license in South Carolina.

Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine (1997)

Residency: Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals (2002)

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Licensed In: South Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates

Piedmont Hospital

CHARLOTTE EYE EAR NOSE AND THROAT ASSOCIATES PA

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Christopher Todd Jones, MD, FACS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc.	$388 Inspire $274	Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation System $114
Acclarent, Inc	$322 RELIEVA Spin Balloon Sinuplasty System $116	ACCLARENT NAVWIRE Sinus Navigation Guidewire $74	Rhinology $60	Acclarent Aera $37	ACCLARENT AERA Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation System $36
Intersect ENT, Inc.	$267 Propel $267
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$260 NUVENT $150	FUSION $110
GENZYME CORPORATION	$227 DUPIXENT $227
Other	$1,341 Clarifix $208	Xhance $171	NEUROMARK Radiofrequency Generator $160	Propel $137	DUPIXENT $110	Other $556

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,805

Biography

Dr. Christopher Jones specializes in allergy and pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat). These areas are among his clinical interests: tonsilitis, chronic sinusitis, and swollen lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy). Dr. Jones's hospital/clinic affiliations include Piedmont Hospital and Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates. He attended Indiana University School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at a hospital affiliated with Indiana University.