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Dr. Paraag Chowdhary, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chowdhary, Thoracic Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Paraag Chowdhary, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chowdhary is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chowdhary’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chowdhary’s office at (202) 877-7464.

    What languages does Dr. Chowdhary speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Chowdhary treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Chowdhary 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. Chowdhary. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation
    • Chest Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Thoracic Aorta
    • Weakened Thoracic Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
    • I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Aortic Valve Disorder
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Aortic Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I359: Nonrheumatic aortic valve disorder, unspecified

    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:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    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:

    • Thoracic Aortic Widening
    • Dilated Thoracic Aorta
    • Thoracic Aortic Dilation
    • Enlarged Chest Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia

    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:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Around the Heart
    • Pericardial Disorder
    • Pericardial Effusion
    • Fluid in Pericardium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Does Dr. Chowdhary accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chowdhary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-7464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chowdhary accept in Atlanta, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chowdhary's office located?

    Dr. Paraag Chowdhary's Primary Practice

    95 Collier Rd NW Ste 2055

    Atlanta, GA 30309

    (202) 877-7464

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    Dr. Paraag Chowdhary's Practice 2

    820 Saint Sebastian Way Ste 6B

    Augusta, GA 30901

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    Dr. Paraag Chowdhary's Practice 3

    1350 Walton Way

    Augusta, GA 30901

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

    Dr. Chowdhary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699094235.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chowdhary?

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

    What is Dr. Paraag Chowdhary's specialty?

    Dr. Chowdhary is a Thoracic Surgeon near Atlanta, GA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Chowdhary to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paraag Chowdhary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chowdhary is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta 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

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    Is Paraag Chowdhary accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Paraag Chowdhary is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paraag Chowdhary offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chowdhary's office at (202) 877-7464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paraag Chowdhary?

    Please contact Dr. Chowdhary's office at (202) 877-7464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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