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Dr. Fawwaz Shaw, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

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. Dr. Shaw is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaw’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid 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 as a 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 a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Shaw typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
    • Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
    • Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
    • 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
    • Complete AVSD
    • Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
    • Large Hole in Heart
    • ASD
    • Atrial Septal Defect
    • Hole between Upper Heart Chambers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
    • Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
    • Q2110: Atrial septal defect, 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Shaw typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Shaw 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    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 Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Shaw's office located?

    Dr. Fawwaz Shaw's Primary Practice

    1405 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

    (404) 785-2000

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    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.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Fawwaz Shaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shaw is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Piedmont Walton 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

    When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    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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