Accepting patients
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 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 a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Person typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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 Disorder
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K601: Chronic 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:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
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:
- 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:
- Anal Fistula
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula in Anus
- Rectal Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Person typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- 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 Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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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
310 Methodist Physicians Clinic Council Bluffs
1 Edmundson Pl Ste 310
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
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.
What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?
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.
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, Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Ne 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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.
How can I make an appointment with Austin Person?
Please contact Dr. Person's office at (402) 280-4669 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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