36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kaufman, Transplant Surgeon in Madison, WI?
Dr. Dixon Kaufman, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Kaufman graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kaufman is fluent in English, Hindi, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaufman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaufman’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kaufman?
Dr. Dixon Kaufman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kaufman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant Surgery, Transplant-Kidney, Transplant-Pancreas, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Madison/WI community, Dr. Kaufman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kaufman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | University of Minnesota Medical School Program
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Kaufman board certified in Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Dixon Kaufman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kaufman speak?
Dr. Kaufman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Kaufman treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Kaufman 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. Kaufman. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Having a Pancreas Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Pancreas Transplantation
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
- Pancreatic transplant
- Pancreas replacement surgery
- Post-pancreas transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
- Z9483: Pancreas transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Organ Transplantation
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Long-term Systemic Steroid Use
- Steroids
- Chronic systemic corticosteroid use
- Oral steroid therapy long-term
- Systemic steroid medication
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7952: Long term (current) use of systemic steroids
Also known as:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Kaufman perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Dixon Kaufman may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kaufman's office.
Does Dr. Kaufman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kaufman 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. Kaufman accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Kaufman in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Affinity Health System
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Health Partners Plans
Medicare
PreferredOne
State of Illinois
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kaufman's office located?
What is Dr. Kaufman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kaufman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871527176.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaufman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kaufman
What is Dr. Dixon Kaufman's specialty?
Dr. Kaufman is a Transplant Surgeon near Madison, WI. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Kaufman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dixon Kaufman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kaufman is affiliated with UW Health University Hospital 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 Transplant Surgeon?
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Is Dixon Kaufman accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Dixon Kaufman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dixon Kaufman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kaufman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dixon Kaufman?
Please contact Dr. Kaufman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dixon Kaufman have?
Dr. Dixon Kaufman is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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