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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Azar, Surgeon in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. George Azar, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hattiesburg, MS with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Azar graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Azar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azar’s office at (601) 450-2401.
Where did Dr. Azar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Azar board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. George Azar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Azar speak?
Dr. Azar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Azar treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Azar 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. Azar. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
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:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- 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:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
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:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Which procedures does Dr. Azar perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. George Azar may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Azar's office.
Does Dr. Azar accept my insurance?
Dr. Azar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 450-2401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azar accept in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Azar in Hattiesburg, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Azar's office located?
What is Dr. Azar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376632307.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azar
What is Dr. George Azar's specialty?
Dr. Azar is a Surgeon near Hattiesburg, MS. 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. Azar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Azar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azar is affiliated with Merit Health Wesley 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 George Azar accepting new patients in Hattiesburg, MS?
Yes, Dr. George Azar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Azar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azar's office at (601) 450-2401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Azar?
Please contact Dr. Azar's office at (601) 450-2401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Azar have?
Dr. George Azar is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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