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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Person, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Austin Person, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Person is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Person’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Person’s office at (402) 280-4669.
What languages does Dr. Person speak?
Dr. Person and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Person treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Person 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. Person. 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:
- Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Anal Disorder
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
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:
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Acute Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
- Tear in Anus
- Fresh Anal Tear
- Acute Rectal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
- K600: Acute anal fissure
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula in Anus
- Rectal Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
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:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
What procedures does Dr. Person perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Person 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. Person. 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
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam
- Rectal Scope Exam
- Anus Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Anal Sphincterotomy
- Anal Skin Tag Removal
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Surgery
- Perianal Fistula Repair
- Anal Sphincter Division
- Internal Sphincterotomy
- Anal Fissure Surgery
- Anal Fistula Repair
- Anal Papilla Excision
- Perianal Skin Tag Removal
- Anal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
- 46080: Sphincterotomy, anal, division of sphincter (separate procedure)
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
- 46220: Excision of single external papilla or tag, anus
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:
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- External Thrombosed Hemorrhoid Removal
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
- Clotted Hemorrhoid Excision
- External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Thrombosed Pile Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
- 46320: Excision of thrombosed hemorrhoid, external
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
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:
- Seton Placement
- Fistula Seton Insertion
- Drainage Seton Placement
- Anal Fistula Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46020: Placement of seton
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:
- Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
- Rectal exam with general anesthesia
- Anorectal surgery for diagnosis
CPT Codes:
- 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic
Also known as:
- Anoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Anoscopy
- Anal Scope with Tissue Sample
- Rectal Biopsy
- Anorectal Exam with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 46606: Anoscopy; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Contrast Injection for Abscess/Cyst Assessment
- Drainage Catheter Contrast Study
- Abscess Imaging
- Cystogram via Drain
CPT Codes:
- 49424: Contrast injection for assessment of abscess or cyst via previously placed drainage catheter or tube (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Chemical Removal of Anal Growths
- Anal Wart Removal (Chemical)
- Chemical Destruction of Anal Lesions
- Anus Growth Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46900: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; chemical
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:
- High-Resolution Anoscopy with Biopsy
- Anoscopy
- HRA with Biopsy
- Anal Canal Magnification Exam
- Anorectal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 46607: Anoscopy; with high-resolution magnification (HRA) (eg, colposcope, operating microscope) and chemical agent enhancement, with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Removal of Rectal Tumor
- Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
- Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
- Rectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)
Also known as:
- Drainage of Perianal Abscess
- Perianal Abscess Incision
- Anal Abscess Drainage
- Superficial Perianal Abscess Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46050: Incision and drainage, perianal abscess, superficial
Also known as:
- Sigmoidoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal (Lower Colon)
- Sigmoid Colon Lesion Excision
- Lower Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
CPT Codes:
- 45338: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
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
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Sacral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Sacral Neuromodulation
- Bladder Stimulator Implant
- Nerve Stimulator for Pelvic Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64561: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement) including image guidance, if performed
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Device Implantation (Peripheral, Sacral, or Gastric)
- Nerve Stimulator Implant
- Sacral Neuromodulation Device
- Gastric Stimulator Placement
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64590: Insertion or replacement of peripheral, sacral, or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Extensive Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Tailbone Cyst Surgery
- Sacrococcygeal Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11771: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; extensive
Does Dr. Person accept my insurance?
Dr. Person accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 280-4669 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Person accept in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Person in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Sterling Jewelers
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Person's office located?
Dr. Austin Person's Primary Practice
9850 Nicholas St Ste 150
Omaha, NE 68114
(402) 280-4669
What is Dr. Person's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Person's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265840243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Person?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Person
What is Dr. Austin Person's specialty?
Dr. Person is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Omaha, NE. 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. Person to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Austin Person affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Person is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - Omaha, NE, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Methodist Women's 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 Austin Person accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?
Yes, Dr. Austin Person is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Austin Person offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Person's office at (402) 280-4669 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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