27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fliegner, Thoracic Surgeon in Pontiac, MI?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fliegner?
Dr. Karsten Fliegner, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic 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. Fliegner empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Surgery, Lung Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pontiac, MI community, Dr. Fliegner is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fliegner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Thoracic Surgery; Yale New Haven Hosp, General Surgery | Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine | The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Is Dr. Fliegner board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Karsten Fliegner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fliegner speak?
Dr. Fliegner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Fliegner typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Fliegner 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. Fliegner. 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:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Fliegner typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Fliegner 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. Fliegner. 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:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Fliegner accept my insurance?
Dr. Fliegner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fliegner accept in Pontiac, MI?
Dr. Fliegner in Pontiac, MI 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 Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Fliegner's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Fliegner affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Fliegner has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Fliegner's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fliegner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932211398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fliegner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fliegner