31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmann, Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Shelly Ahmann, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmann graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Ahmann is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmann’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmann’s office at (770) 677-6043.
Where did Dr. Ahmann go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Ahmann board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Shelly Ahmann, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ahmann speak?
Dr. Ahmann and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Ahmann typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ahmann 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. Ahmann. 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:
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Ahmann typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ahmann 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. Ahmann. 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:
- 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:
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
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:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Marker Placement
- Wire Localization Breast
- Mammographic Guided Breast Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance
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. Ahmann accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmann accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 677-6043 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmann accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Ahmann in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ahmann's office located?
What is Dr. Ahmann's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmann's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104935048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmann?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmann
What is Dr. Shelly Ahmann's specialty?
Dr. Ahmann is a Surgeon near Atlanta, 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. Shelly Ahmann affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmann is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 Shelly Ahmann accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Shelly Ahmann is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shelly Ahmann offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmann's office at (770) 677-6043 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shelly Ahmann?
Please contact Dr. Ahmann's office at (770) 677-6043 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shelly Ahmann have?
Dr. Shelly Ahmann is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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