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Dr. James Wynn, MD

Transplant Surgeon, Vascular Surgeon

Kennesaw, GA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wynn, Transplant Surgeon in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. James Wynn, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Wynn completed his residency at Univ Fl Affil Hosps, General Surgery; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, General Surgery. Dr. Wynn is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wynn’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wynn’s office at (706) 481-7000.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wynn?

    Dr. James Wynn, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wynn empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Dialysis Access, Transplant-Kidney, Transplant-Pancreas, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kennesaw, GA community, Dr. Wynn is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Fl Affil Hosps, General Surgery; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, General Surgery | Med College Of Georgia

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    Is Dr. Wynn board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Wynn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Wynn speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Wynn typically treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Wynn 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. Wynn. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Wynn typically perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Wynn 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. Wynn. 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:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
    • AV Fistula Surgery
    • Cimino Fistula
    • Vascular Access for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
    • AV fistula repair
    • Dialysis graft revision
    • Open AV fistula revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
    • Dialysis Access Graft
    • Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
    • Synthetic Graft for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled central line placement
    • Central venous access device insertion
    • Hickman catheter insertion
    • Broviac catheter insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
    • Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
    • Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Abdominal Catheter
    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Intraperitoneal catheter removal
    • Tunneled catheter extraction
    • Peritoneal dialysis catheter removal
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 49422: Removal of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant (without removing old kidney)
    • Renal Allotransplantation
    • Kidney Graft Implantation
    • New Kidney Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 50360: Renal allotransplantation, implantation of graft; without recipient nephrectomy

    Does Dr. Wynn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wynn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 481-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wynn accept in Kennesaw, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wynn's office located?

    Dr. James Wynn's Primary Practice

    5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220

    Kennesaw, GA 30152

    (706) 481-7000

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

    Dr. Wynn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568573228.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wynn?

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

    What is Dr. James Wynn's specialty?

    Dr. Wynn is a Transplant Surgeon near Kennesaw, GA.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. James Wynn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wynn is affiliated with Wellstar Mcg Health Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. James Wynn accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?

    Yes, Dr. James Wynn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Wynn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wynn's office at (706) 481-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Wynn?

    Please contact Dr. Wynn's office at (706) 481-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wynn's office located?

    Dr. Wynn's office is located in Kennesaw, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Wynn have?

    Dr. James Wynn is certified by the American Board of Surgery.