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Who is Dr. Lyman, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. William Lyman, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lyman graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Dr. Lyman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lyman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lyman’s office at (423) 267-0466.
Where did Dr. Lyman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
What languages does Dr. Lyman speak?
Dr. Lyman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lyman treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Lyman 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. Lyman. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Colon Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- Transverse Colon Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- C184: Malignant neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Fourth Degree Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Permanently prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 4 hemorrhoids
- Strangulated hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K643: Fourth degree hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Anal Cancer
- Early Stage Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the anal canal
- Malignant neoplasm of anal canal
- Anorectal cancer
- Precancerous Anal Lesion
- Stage 0 Anal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C211: Malignant neoplasm of anal canal
- D013: Carcinoma in situ of anus and anal canal
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Rectal Prolapse
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Protruding Rectum
- Bowel Prolapse
- Rectal Eversion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K623: Rectal prolapse
Also known as:
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
Also known as:
- Anorectal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Rectal Disorder
- Fistula between Anus and Rectum
- Perianal-Rectal Fistula
- Abnormal Anorectal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K605: Anorectal fistula
Also known as:
- Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Diverticula
- Intestinal Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5752: Diverticulitis of both small and large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Acute Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Tear in Anus
- Fresh Anal Tear
- Acute Rectal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K600: Acute anal fissure
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Rectal Disorder
- Benign rectal tumor
- Rectal neoplasm
- Non-malignant rectal mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
What procedures does Dr. Lyman perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Lyman 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. Lyman. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Surgery
- Anal Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Removal of Anal Warts
- Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision
Also known as:
- Seton Placement
- Fistula Seton Insertion
- Drainage Seton Placement
- Anal Fistula Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46020: Placement of seton
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Lyman accept my insurance?
Dr. Lyman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 267-0466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lyman accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Lyman in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Lyman's office located?
Dr. William Lyman's Primary Practice
2108 E 3rd St Ste 200
Chattanooga, TN 37404
(423) 267-0466
What is Dr. Lyman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lyman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104212711.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lyman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lyman
What is Dr. William Lyman's specialty?
Dr. Lyman is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Chattanooga, TN. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Lyman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Lyman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lyman is affiliated with Atrium Health Pineville 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 William Lyman accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. William Lyman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Lyman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lyman's office at (423) 267-0466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Lyman?
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