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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ward, Thoracic Surgeon in Paducah, KY?
Dr. Austin Ward, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Paducah, KY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ward is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ward’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ward’s office at (270) 443-5564.
What languages does Dr. Ward speak?
Dr. Ward and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ward treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ward 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. Ward. 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
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Stenosis and Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Narrow and leaky aortic valve
- Mixed aortic valve disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I352: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis with insufficiency
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
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:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Aorta Aneurysm at Birth
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Congenital Aortic Aneurysm
- Birth Defect Aortic Bulge
- Baby Aortic Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2543: Congenital aneurysm of aorta
What procedures does Dr. Ward perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ward 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. Ward. 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:
- Mediastinoscopy with Lymph Node Biopsy
- Chest Lymph Node Biopsy
- Mediastinal Biopsy
- Lung Cancer Staging Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 39402: Mediastinoscopy; with lymph node biopsy(ies) (eg, lung cancer staging)
Does Dr. Ward accept my insurance?
Dr. Ward accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 443-5564 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ward accept in Paducah, KY?
Dr. Ward in Paducah, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ward's office located?
Dr. Austin Ward's Primary Practice
2601 Kentucky Ave Ste 301
Paducah, KY 42003
(270) 443-5564
What is Dr. Ward's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780943274.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ward?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ward
What is Dr. Austin Ward's specialty?
Dr. Ward is a Thoracic Surgeon near Paducah, KY. 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. Ward to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Austin Ward affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ward is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah 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 Austin Ward accepting new patients in Paducah, KY?
Yes, Dr. Austin Ward is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Austin Ward offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (270) 443-5564 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Austin Ward?
Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (270) 443-5564 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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