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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Kushner typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Kushner typically perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Kushner 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Reshaping
- Alveoloplasty
- Gum Ridge Reshaping
- Jaw Ridge Smoothing
- Dental Bone Reshaping
CPT Codes:
- 41874: Alveoloplasty, each quadrant (specify)
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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kushner's office located?
Dr. George Kushner's Primary Practice
501 S Preston St
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 852-5401
Dr. George Kushner's Practice 3
501 S. Preston St. School of Dentistry Suite 334
Louisville, KY 40292
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.
What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. George Kushner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kushner is affiliated with The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Norton Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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