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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaw, Thoracic Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Fawwaz Shaw, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Shaw is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaw’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaw’s office at (404) 785-2000.
Is Dr. Shaw board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Fawwaz Shaw, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shaw speak?
Dr. Shaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shaw treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Shaw 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. Shaw. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Double Inlet Heart Chamber
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Pulmonary Artery Atresia
- Narrowing of Pulmonary Artery
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
- Complete AVSD
- Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Large Hole in Heart
- Double Inlet Left Ventricle
- Double Inlet Right Ventricle
- Single Ventricle Heart Defect
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- ASD Secundum Type
- Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
- Most Common ASD
- DORV
- Blocked Pulmonary Artery
- Missing Pulmonary Artery
- Pulmonary Atresia
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
- Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
- Q204: Double inlet ventricle
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q255: Atresia of pulmonary artery
- Q256: Stenosis of pulmonary artery
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Anomalies
- Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
- Fetal Cardiac Malformations
- Fetal Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Which procedures does Dr. Shaw perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Fawwaz Shaw 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shaw's office.
Does Dr. Shaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaw accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Shaw in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shaw's office located?
What is Dr. Shaw's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508994195.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaw
What is Dr. Fawwaz Shaw's specialty?
Dr. Shaw is a Thoracic Surgeon near Atlanta, GA. 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. Shaw to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fawwaz Shaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaw is affiliated with Arthur M. Blank Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional 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 Fawwaz Shaw accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Fawwaz Shaw is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fawwaz Shaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaw's office at (404) 785-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fawwaz Shaw?
Please contact Dr. Shaw's office at (404) 785-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fawwaz Shaw have?
Dr. Fawwaz Shaw is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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