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Dr. Michelle Au, MD

Dr. Michelle Au, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Au, Anesthesiologist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Michelle Au, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. She is board certified. Dr. Au graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons. She is a member of the Emory Healthcare Network Physician. Dr. Au is fluent in English and Cantonese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Au’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Au’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Au board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Au, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Au speak?

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

    • Cantonese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Au treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Au 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. Au. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Au perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Au 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. Au. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Au accept my insurance?

    Dr. Au accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Au accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Au in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia

    • Cigna

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Oscar

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

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    Where is Dr. Au's office located?

    Dr. Michelle Au's Primary Practice

    5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd

    Atlanta, GA 30342

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Emory Healthcare Network Physician

    Member

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

    Dr. Au's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609035237.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Au?

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

    What is Dr. Michelle Au's specialty?

    Dr. Au is a Anesthesiologist near Atlanta, GA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Au to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michelle Au affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Au is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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 Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Michelle Au accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Michelle Au is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michelle Au offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Au's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michelle Au?

    Please contact Dr. Au's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Au have?

    Dr. Michelle Au is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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