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Dr. Jeffrey Austin, MD

Elizabethtown, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Austin, Surgeon in Elizabethtown, KY?

    Dr. Jeffrey Austin, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Elizabethtown, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Austin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Austin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Austin’s office at (304) 347-1338.

    What languages does Dr. Austin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Austin treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Austin 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. Austin. 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:

    • 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Skin Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures
    • Dermatologic surgery recovery
    • Skin graft aftercare
    • Subcutaneous tissue post-op care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
    • Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
    • Gallbladder problems
    • Biliary tract disease
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis
    • K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst
    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Cyst
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal cyst
    • Pilonidal sinus
    • Tailbone cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Use
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Smoking habit
    • Nicotine use
    • Tobacco dependency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z720: Tobacco use

    Which procedures does Dr. Austin perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Jeffrey Austin may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Austin's office.

    Does Dr. Austin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Austin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 347-1338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Austin accept in Elizabethtown, KY?

    Dr. Austin in Elizabethtown, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Passport Health Plan

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Austin's office located?

    Dr. Jeffrey Austin's Primary Practice

    1700 Ring Rd

    Elizabethtown, KY 42701

    (304) 347-1338

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    Dr. Jeffrey Austin's Practice 2

    913 N Dixie Ave

    Elizabethtown, KY 42701

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    Dr. Jeffrey Austin's Practice 3

    3110 Maccorkle Ave SE Rm 3025B

    Charleston, WV 25304

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

    Dr. Austin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518493808.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Austin?

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

    What is Dr. Jeffrey Austin's specialty?

    Dr. Austin is a Surgeon near Elizabethtown, KY. 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. Contact Dr. Austin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jeffrey Austin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Austin is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin 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 Jeffrey Austin accepting new patients in Elizabethtown, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Austin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Austin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Austin's office at (304) 347-1338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Austin?

    Please contact Dr. Austin's office at (304) 347-1338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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