24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Absi, Thoracic Surgeon in Nashville, TN?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Absi?
Dr. Tarek Absi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Absi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Aortic, Coronary Revascularization, Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville, TN community, Dr. Absi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Absi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Brigham and Women's Hospital - Harvard Medical School | Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University Medical Center
Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center | North Shore University Hospital
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Absi board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Tarek Absi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery , American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Absi speak?
Dr. Absi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Arabic
- English
- French
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Absi typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Absi 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. Absi. 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:
- 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
- Heart Valve Replacement
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart Valve Disease
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
- Artificial Heart Valve
- Valve Prosthesis
- Heart Valve Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
- Z954: Presence of other heart-valve replacement
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- 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
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Absi typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Tarek Absi may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
Please contact Dr. Absi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Absi accept my insurance?
Dr. Absi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Absi accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Absi in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Absi's office located?
Dr. Tarek Absi's Primary Practice
1301 Medical Center Dr
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-3000
What hospitals are Dr. Absi affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Absi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Absi's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Absi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578647681.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Absi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Absi