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Dr. Timothy Abston, MD

Surgeon

Jackson, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abston, Surgeon in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Timothy Abston, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Abston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abston’s office at (601) 982-3202.

    What languages does Dr. Abston speak?

    Dr. Abston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Abston typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Abston 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. Abston. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg
    • Left Leg Skin Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Abston typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Abston 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. Abston. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Deep Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    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

    Does Dr. Abston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 982-3202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abston accept in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Abston in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Fox Everett

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Shared Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abston's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Abston's Primary Practice

    971 Lakeland Dr

    Jackson, MS 39216

    (601) 982-3202

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    Dr. Timothy Abston's Practice 2

    1190 N State St Ste 2A

    Jackson, MS 39202

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    What hospitals are Dr. Abston affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Abston has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Merit Health River Oaks,Flowood, MS
    Mississippi Baptist Medical Center,Jackson, MS

    What is Dr. Abston's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255658589.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abston?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abston

    What is Dr. Timothy Abston's specialty?

    Dr. Abston is a Surgeon near Jackson, MS.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Timothy Abston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abston is affiliated with St. Dominic Hospital 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 Dr. Timothy Abston accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Abston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Abston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abston's office at (601) 982-3202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy Abston?

    Please contact Dr. Abston's office at (601) 982-3202 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abston's office located?

    Dr. Abston's office is located in Jackson, MS.