27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jeffery, Surgeon in Athens, GA?
Dr. Kathleen Jeffery, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Athens, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Jeffery graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed her residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, General Surgery. Dr. Jeffery is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jeffery’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jeffery’s office at (706) 548-5488.
Where did Dr. Jeffery go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, General Surgery | Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli | Medical College of Georgia Program
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Jeffery board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Jeffery, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Jeffery speak?
Dr. Jeffery and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Jeffery typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Jeffery 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. Jeffery. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Jeffery typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Jeffery 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. Jeffery. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Jeffery accept my insurance?
Dr. Jeffery accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 548-5488 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jeffery accept in Athens, GA?
Dr. Jeffery in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jeffery's office located?
Dr. Kathleen Jeffery's Primary Practice
1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 2100
Athens, GA 30606
(706) 548-5488
What is Dr. Jeffery's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jeffery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801909635.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jeffery?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jeffery
What is Dr. Kathleen Jeffery's specialty?
Dr. Jeffery is a Surgeon near Athens, GA.
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 this Dr. Kathleen Jeffery affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jeffery is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Phoebe Putney Memorial 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 Kathleen Jeffery accepting new patients in Athens, GA?
Yes, Dr. Kathleen Jeffery is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathleen Jeffery offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jeffery's office at (706) 548-5488 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Jeffery?
Please contact Dr. Jeffery's office at (706) 548-5488 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Jeffery have?
Dr. Kathleen Jeffery is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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