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Dr. Eugene Mcgahren, MD

Charlottesville, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcgahren, Pediatric Surgeon in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Eugene Mcgahren, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mcgahren completed his residency at Children's Hospital Med Center. Dr. Mcgahren is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcgahren’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcgahren’s office at (434) 924-2673.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mcgahren?

    Dr. Eugene Mcgahren, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric 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. Mcgahren empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hernia, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlottesville/VA community, Dr. Mcgahren is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Mcgahren go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Children's Hospital Med Center

    Is Dr. Mcgahren board certified as a Pediatric Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Eugene Mcgahren, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Mcgahren speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mcgahren treat?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Mcgahren 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. Mcgahren. 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:

    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy
    • Having a Colostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
    • Feeding Tube Opening
    • Stomach Stoma
    • G-tube
    • Colon stoma
    • Bowel diversion surgery
    • Large intestine ostomy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z931: Gastrostomy status
    • Z933: Colostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Other Feeding Difficulties
    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Atypical Feeding Problems
    • Unusual Eating Issues
    • Specific Feeding Challenges
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6339: Other feeding difficulties
    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • G-tube Care
    • Feeding Tube Management
    • Stomach Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Corrected Digestive System Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Digestive Disease
    • Past digestive malformations
    • Previous corrected congenital gut problems
    • History of gastrointestinal birth anomalies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87738: Personal history of other specified (corrected) congenital malformations of digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Other Skin Disorder
    • Granulomatous Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Unspecified Skin Condition
    • Skin and Tissue Disorder
    • Dermatological Condition
    • Skin Granuloma
    • Granulomatous Dermatitis
    • Skin Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
    • L929: Granulomatous disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pigeon Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Carinatum
    • Keel Chest
    • Protruding Breastbone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q677: Pectus carinatum

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Atresia with Tracheoesophageal Fistula
    • Birth Defects
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula
    • EA/TEF
    • Blocked Esophagus with Fistula
    • Congenital Esophageal Fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q391: Atresia of esophagus with tracheo-esophageal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • GI Appliance Fitting
    • Digestive Device Adjustment
    • Enteral Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device

    What procedures does Dr. Mcgahren perform?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Mcgahren 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. Mcgahren. 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:

    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Infant Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
    • Hernia Surgery for Infants
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Baby Groin Hernia Repair
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Surgery (Infant)
    • Hydrocelectomy with Hernia Repair (Infant)

    CPT Codes:

    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49495: Repair, initial inguinal hernia, full term infant younger than age 6 months, or preterm infant older than 50 weeks postconception age and younger than age 6 months at the time of surgery, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Open Gastrostomy (Feeding Tube Placement)
    • Stamm Gastrostomy
    • Surgical Feeding Tube Placement
    • Open Stomach Opening Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 43830: Gastrostomy, Open; Without Construction Of Gastric Tube (Eg, Stamm Procedure) (Separate Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Anal Biopsy
    • Rectal Wall Biopsy
    • Anorectal Biopsy
    • Anal Tissue Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 45100: Biopsy of anorectal wall, anal approach (eg, congenital megacolon)

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Closure of Stomach Tube Opening
    • Gastrostomy Closure
    • Stomach Stoma Closure
    • G-tube Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 43870: Closure of gastrostomy, surgical

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
    • Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
    • Anal Sphincter Injection
    • Botox for Anal Fissure
    • Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle

    CPT Codes:

    • 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Does Dr. Mcgahren accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcgahren accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-2673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcgahren accept in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Mcgahren in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Fox Insurance Company

    • Humana

    • Magellan Health Services

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mcgahren's office located?

    Dr. Eugene Mcgahren's Primary Practice

    1204 W Main St

    Charlottesville, VA 22903

    (434) 924-2673

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    Dr. Eugene Mcgahren's Practice 2

    1204 W Main St Fl 5

    Charlottesvle, VA 22903

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    Dr. Eugene Mcgahren's Practice 3

    1215 Lee St

    Charlottesville, VA 22908

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

    Dr. Mcgahren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992839716.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcgahren?

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

    What is Dr. Eugene Mcgahren's specialty?

    Dr. Mcgahren is a Pediatric Surgeon near Charlottesville, VA. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Mcgahren to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Eugene Mcgahren affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcgahren is affiliated with UVA University 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 Eugene Mcgahren accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Eugene Mcgahren is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eugene Mcgahren offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcgahren's office at (434) 924-2673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eugene Mcgahren?

    Please contact Dr. Mcgahren's office at (434) 924-2673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eugene Mcgahren have?

    Dr. Eugene Mcgahren is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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