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Dr. George Kushner, MD

Louisville, KY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kushner, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. George Kushner, MD is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Kushner is fluent in English and Bosnian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kushner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kushner’s office at (502) 852-5401.

    What languages does Dr. Kushner speak?

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

    • Bosnian

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kushner treat?

    As a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Kushner 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. Kushner. 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:

    • Leukoplakia
    • Mouth Infection
    • Mouth Disorder
    • Abscess
    • Cellulitis
    • White Patches in Mouth', 'Oral Leukoplakia', 'Smoker's Keratosis
    • Oral Abscess
    • Mouth Cellulitis
    • Dental Abscess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K1321: Leukoplakia of oral mucosa, including tongue
    • K122: Cellulitis and abscess of mouth

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Jaw
    • Jaw Cyst
    • Jaw Injuries and Disorder
    • Jaw Inflammation
    • Jaw Bone Infection
    • Jaw Swelling
    • Cyst in Jaw Bone
    • Odontogenic Cyst
    • Jaw Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
    • M2740: Unspecified cyst of jaw

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Lip, Mouth, or Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Throat Cancer
    • Past oral cancer
    • Previous pharyngeal malignancy
    • History of mouth tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85818: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of other sites of lip, oral cavity, and pharynx

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Induced Osteonecrosis
    • Osteonecrosis
    • Medication-Related Bone Death
    • Drug-Caused Avascular Necrosis
    • Bone Necrosis from Drugs
    • Drug-Related Osteonecrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8710: Osteonecrosis due to drugs, unspecified bone

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Teeth
    • Tooth Disorder
    • Stuck teeth', 'Unerupted teeth', 'Teeth that won't come in

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K011: Impacted teeth

    Also known as:

    • Benign Jaw Bone Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Bone Disease
    • Non-cancerous jaw growth
    • Benign mandible neoplasm
    • Jaw lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D165: Benign neoplasm of lower jaw bone

    Does Dr. Kushner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kushner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 852-5401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kushner accept in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Kushner in Louisville, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Kushner's office located?

    Dr. George Kushner's Primary Practice

    401 E Chestnut St Unit 550

    Louisville, KY 40202

    (502) 852-5401

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    Dr. George Kushner's Practice 2

    982 Eastern Pkwy

    Louisville, KY 40217

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    Dr. George Kushner's Practice 3

    501 S Preston St

    Louisville, KY 40202

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

    Dr. Kushner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518917343.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kushner?

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

    What is Dr. George Kushner's specialty?

    Dr. Kushner is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Louisville, KY. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery. Contact Dr. Kushner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. George Kushner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kushner is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uofl Health - Uofl Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon?

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    Is George Kushner accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. George Kushner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Kushner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kushner's office at (502) 852-5401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Kushner?

    Please contact Dr. Kushner's office at (502) 852-5401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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