Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mitchell, Thoracic Surgeon in Denver, CO?
Dr. Max Mitchell, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mitchell completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, Western Thoracic Surgical Association, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery, International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation, Rocky Mountain Thoracic and Cardiac Surgical Society, Denver Academy of Surgery, Congenital Heart Surgeons Society, American Association for Thoracic Surgery, Western Thoracic Surgical Association, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation, American College of Surgeons, European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery, Rocky Mountain Thoracic and Cardiac Surgical Society, Denver Academy of Surgery, Congenital Heart Surgeons Society, and American Association for Thoracic Surgery -. Dr. Mitchell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mitchell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mitchell’s office at (720) 475-8730.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mitchell?
Dr. Max Mitchell, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mitchell empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Heart Disease, Heart Valve Surgery, Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Transplant-Lung, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Denver/CO community, Dr. Mitchell is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mitchell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Colorado, Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac | University of Colorado Denver | The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery | University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Mitchell board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Max Mitchell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 1999, American Board of Surgery since 2007, American Board of Surgery since 1996, American Board of Surgery since 2004
What languages does Dr. Mitchell speak?
Dr. Mitchell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mitchell treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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:
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Double Aortic Arch
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Underdeveloped Aorta
- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
- Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Vascular Ring
- Two Aortic Arches
- Aortic Arch Anomaly
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Small Aorta
- Hypoplastic Aorta
- Narrow Aorta
- ASD Secundum Type
- Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
- Most Common ASD
- Complete AVSD
- Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Large Hole in Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q2545: Double aortic arch
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q2542: Hypoplasia of aorta
- Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
- Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
What procedures does Dr. Mitchell perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Mitchell 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. Mitchell. 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:
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Repeat Heart Bypass or Valve Surgery
- Closing Heart Shunt
- Atrial Septum Repair (Open Heart)
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- ASD Repair
- Secundum ASD Closure
- Open Heart Surgery for ASD
- Heart Defect Patch Repair
- Coronary Artery Bypass Reoperation
- Heart Valve Reoperation
- Second Heart Surgery
- Systemic-to-Pulmonary Shunt Ligation
- Heart Shunt Takedown
- Congenital Heart Shunt Closure
- Atrial Septostomy
- Open Heart Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Heart Wall Opening Surgery
- VSD Repair
- Hole in Heart Repair
- Ventricular Septal Defect Closure
CPT Codes:
- 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
- 33530: Reoperation, coronary artery bypass procedure or valve procedure, more than 1 month after original operation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33924: Ligation and takedown of a systemic-to-pulmonary artery shunt, performed in conjunction with a congenital heart procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33736: Atrial septectomy or septostomy; open heart with cardiopulmonary bypass
- 33681: Closure of single ventricular septal defect, with or without patch;
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis Repair
- Pulmonary Artery Reconstruction
- Patch Angioplasty Pulmonary Artery
- Pulmonary Artery Graft Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33917: Repair of pulmonary artery stenosis by reconstruction with patch or graft
Also known as:
- Bidirectional Glenn Procedure
- Norwood Procedure for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Modified Fontan Procedure
- Glenn Shunt
- Superior Vena Cava to Pulmonary Artery Shunt
- Single Ventricle Repair Stage 2
- HLHS Repair Surgery
- Single Ventricle Repair
- Aortic Arch Hypoplasia Correction
- Fontan Surgery
- Complex Heart Defect Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33767: Shunt; Superior Vena Cava To Pulmonary Artery For Flow To Both Lungs (Bidirectional Glenn Procedure)
- 33619: Repair of single ventricle with aortic outflow obstruction and aortic arch hypoplasia (hypoplastic left heart syndrome) (eg, Norwood procedure)
- 33617: Repair of complex cardiac anomalies (eg, single ventricle) by modified Fontan procedure
Also known as:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Repair in Children
- PDA Ligation
- Ductus Arteriosus Division
- Congenital Heart Defect Repair Child
CPT Codes:
- 33822: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Division, Younger Than 18 Years
Also known as:
- Vascular Ring Repair
- Division of Vascular Ring
- Aberrant Vessel Surgery
- Aortic Arch Anomaly Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33802: Division of aberrant vessel (vascular ring);
Also known as:
- Repair of Holes in the Heart
- Atrial Septal Defect Repair
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- ASD/VSD Repair
- Congenital Heart Defect Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33647: Repair of atrial septal defect and ventricular septal defect, with direct or patch closure
Also known as:
- Aortic Arch Repair with Heart-Lung Machine
- Hypoplastic Aortic Arch Repair
- Interrupted Aortic Arch Surgery
- Aortic Arch Reconstruction with Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 33853: Repair Of Hypoplastic Or Interrupted Aortic Arch Using Autogenous Or Prosthetic Material; With Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Also known as:
- Subclavian to Carotid Artery Repositioning
- Subclavian Artery Transposition
- Carotid Artery Reimplantation
- Neck Artery Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 35694: Transposition and/or reimplantation; subclavian to carotid artery
Also known as:
- Repair of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) by Ligation
- PDA Ligation
- Close PDA
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33820: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Ligation
Also known as:
- Aorta Narrowing Repair
- Coarctation of Aorta Excision
- Aortic Coarctation Repair
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33840: Excision Of Coarctation Of Aorta, With Or Without Associated Patent Ductus Arteriosus; With Direct Anastomosis
Also known as:
- Complex Heart Anomaly Repair with Conduit
- Ventricular Septal Defect Repair
- Pulmonary Artery Conduit Placement
- Congenital Heart Defect Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33608: Repair of complex cardiac anomaly other than pulmonary atresia with ventricular septal defect by construction or replacement of conduit from right or left ventricle to pulmonary artery
Also known as:
- Aortic Valve Tissue Removal
- Subvalvular aortic stenosis repair
- Aortic valve obstruction surgery
- Heart valve tissue resection
CPT Codes:
- 33415: Resection or incision of subvalvular tissue for discrete subvalvular aortic stenosis
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Heart Valve Repair
- Tricuspid Valvuloplasty
- Heart Valve Reshaping
- Tricuspid Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33463: Valvuloplasty, tricuspid valve; without ring insertion
Also known as:
- Placement of Heart Electrodes (Open Surgery)
- Epicardial Electrode Insertion
- Open Heart Electrode Placement
- Pacing Lead Placement (Epicardial)
CPT Codes:
- 33202: Insertion of epicardial electrode(s); open incision (eg, thoracotomy, median sternotomy, subxiphoid approach)
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac Transplant
- New Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33945: Heart transplant, with or without recipient cardiectomy
Also known as:
- Central Shunt Placement with Artificial Graft
- Central Vascular Shunt
- Prosthetic Graft Shunt
- Blood Vessel Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 33764: Shunt; central, with prosthetic graft
Also known as:
- Breastbone Closure After Surgery
- Sternotomy Closure
- Breastbone Repair
- Median Sternotomy Fix
CPT Codes:
- 21750: Closure of median sternotomy separation with or without debridement (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Mitchell accept my insurance?
Dr. Mitchell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 475-8730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mitchell accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Mitchell in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Ascena Retail Group, Inc.
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Harvard Pilgrim
Kaiser Permanente
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mitchell's office located?
Dr. Max Mitchell's Primary Practice
2055 N High St Ste 260
Denver, CO 80205
(720) 475-8730
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Surgeons
Fellow
Western Thoracic Surgical Association
Board Member
Society of Thoracic Surgeons
Board Member
European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery
Board Member
International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation
Board Member
Rocky Mountain Thoracic and Cardiac Surgical Society
Board Member
Denver Academy of Surgery
Board Member
Congenital Heart Surgeons Society
Board Member
American Association for Thoracic Surgery
Board Member
Western Thoracic Surgical Association
Board Member
Society of Thoracic Surgeons
Board Member
International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation
Board Member
American College of Surgeons
Fellow
European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery
Board Member
Rocky Mountain Thoracic and Cardiac Surgical Society
Board Member
Denver Academy of Surgery
Board Member
Congenital Heart Surgeons Society
Board Member
American Association for Thoracic Surgery -
Member
Awards
Magazine
Top Doctor in Denver
Voted a 5280 best doctor by my peers in response to the question, Whi
Top Doctor in Denver Awarding Body: 5280 Magazine Date: 2012 Descr
American's Top Doctors Awarding Body: Castle Connelly Date
Listed in the Guide to America's Top Surgeons Awarding Body: Consume
Health Policy Scholarship Recipient Awarding Body: American College
Top Doctors List (Thoracic Surgery) Awarding Body: Castle Connolly
American College of Surgeons and Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Health
Castle Connolly, Top Doctors List (Thoracic Surgery)
Castle Connelly, American's Top Doctors
Consumer's Research Council of America, Listed in the Guide to Americ
What is Dr. Mitchell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mitchell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154340602.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mitchell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mitchell
What is Dr. Max Mitchell's specialty?
Dr. Mitchell is a Thoracic Surgeon near Denver, CO. 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. Contact Dr. Mitchell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Max Mitchell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mitchell is affiliated with HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke’s 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 Max Mitchell accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Max Mitchell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Max Mitchell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office at (720) 475-8730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Max Mitchell?
Please contact Dr. Mitchell's office at (720) 475-8730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Max Mitchell have?
Dr. Max Mitchell is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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