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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ligon, Pediatric Cardiologist in Stockbridge, GA?
Dr. Ronald Ligon, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Stockbridge, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ligon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ligon’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ligon’s office at (404) 256-2593.
What languages does Dr. Ligon speak?
Dr. Ligon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ligon treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Ligon 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. Ligon. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
Also known as:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
Also known as:
- Benign Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Innocent heart murmur
- Harmless heart murmur
- Physiological heart murmur
ICD-10 Codes:
- R010: Benign and innocent cardiac murmurs
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does Dr. Ligon perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Ligon 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. Ligon. 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:
- Selective Vein Catheter Placement
- Targeted Catheter Placement in an Artery
- Venous Catheterization
- Jugular Vein Catheter
- Renal Vein Catheter
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Brachiocephalic Catheter Placement
- Thoracic Artery Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)
- 36217: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Access Procedure
- Diagnostic Angiography Access
CPT Codes:
- 36216: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Artery Blocking Procedure
- Vascular Occlusion
- Arterial Embolization
- Blood Vessel Coiling
- AVM Embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37242: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; arterial, other than hemorrhage or tumor (eg, congenital or acquired arterial malformations, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms)
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Artery Stent Placement
- Lung Artery Stent
- Percutaneous Pulmonary Revascularization
- Pulmonary Artery Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 33902: Percutaneous pulmonary artery revascularization by stent placement, initial; abnormal connections, unilateral
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Valve Implantation (Percutaneous)
- Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve Replacement
- Percutaneous Pulmonary Valve Implant
- TPVI Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 33477: Transcatheter pulmonary valve implantation, percutaneous approach, including pre-stenting of the valve delivery site, when performed
Also known as:
- Vein Balloon Angioplasty
- Transluminal Venous Angioplasty
- Open Vein Angioplasty
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty
- Vein Widening Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 37248: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; initial vein
Also known as:
- Heart Shunt Creation for Congenital Defects
- Transcatheter Intracardiac Shunt
- Congenital Heart Shunt Placement
- Stent for Heart Defect
- Cardiac Catheterization for Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 33745: Transcatheter intracardiac shunt (TIS) creation by stent placement for congenital cardiac anomalies to establish effective intracardiac flow, including all imaging guidance by the proceduralist, when performed, left and right heart diagnostic cardiac catheterization for congenital cardiac anomalies, and target zone angioplasty, when performed (eg, atrial septum, Fontan fenestration, right ventricular outflow tract, Mustard/Senning/Warden baffles); initial intracardiac shunt
Does Dr. Ligon accept my insurance?
Dr. Ligon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 256-2593 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ligon accept in Stockbridge, GA?
Dr. Ligon in Stockbridge, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
MedImpact
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ligon's office located?
Dr. Ronald Ligon's Primary Practice
202 Village Center Pkwy
Stockbridge, GA 30281
(404) 256-2593
What is Dr. Ligon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ligon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073759379.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ligon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ligon
What is Dr. Ronald Ligon's specialty?
Dr. Ligon is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Stockbridge, GA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Ligon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ronald Ligon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ligon is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital 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
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Is Ronald Ligon accepting new patients in Stockbridge, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Ligon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Ligon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ligon's office at (404) 256-2593 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Ligon?
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