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Dr. Gretchen Edwards, MD

Surgeon

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Edwards, Surgeon in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Gretchen Edwards, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Edwards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edwards’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edwards’s office at (713) 792-6161.

    What languages does Dr. Edwards speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Edwards typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards. 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:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Edwards typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards. 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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Excision
    • Large Malignant Growth Removal
    • Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
    • Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Does Dr. Edwards accept my insurance?

    Dr. Edwards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Edwards accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Edwards in Nashville, TN 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 Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Edwards' office located?

    Dr. Gretchen Edwards' Primary Practice

    410 42nd Ave N Ste 400

    Nashville, TN 37209

    (713) 792-6161

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    Dr. Gretchen Edwards' Practice 2

    2004 Hayes St Ste 350

    Nashville, TN 37203

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

    Dr. Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043607815.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edwards?

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

    What is Dr. Gretchen Edwards's specialty?

    Dr. Edwards is a Surgeon near Nashville, TN.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Gretchen Edwards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Edwards is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Tristar Summit Medical Center, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Maury Regional Medical Center, Cookeville Regional Medical Center 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 Dr. Gretchen Edwards accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Gretchen Edwards is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gretchen Edwards offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Edwards' office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gretchen Edwards?

    Please contact Dr. Edwards' office at (713) 792-6161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Edwards' office located?

    Dr. Edwards' office is located in Nashville, TN.