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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chan, Thoracic Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Joshua Chan, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Chan graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Dr. Chan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chan’s office at (310) 423-3851.
Where did Dr. Chan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
What languages does Dr. Chan speak?
Dr. Chan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Chan typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Chan 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. Chan. 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:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Chan typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Chan 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. Chan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-3851 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chan accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Chan in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chan's office located?
What is Dr. Chan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083020275.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chan
What is Dr. Joshua Chan's specialty?
Dr. Chan is a Thoracic Surgeon near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joshua Chan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chan is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Emory Johns Creek 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
When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joshua Chan accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Chan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Chan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (310) 423-3851 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Chan?
Please contact Dr. Chan's office at (310) 423-3851 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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