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Dr. Jimmy Waldrop, MD

Chattanooga, TN

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Waldrop, Plastic Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Jimmy Waldrop, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Waldrop graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University. Dr. Waldrop is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waldrop’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waldrop’s office at (423) 756-7134.

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

    • Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Waldrop board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Jimmy Waldrop, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Waldrop speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Waldrop typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Waldrop 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. Waldrop. 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:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Bone Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Nose
    • Nose Bone Break
    • Fractured Nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S022XXA: Fracture of nasal bones, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Waldrop typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Waldrop 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. Waldrop. 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:

    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Breast Reconstruction Revision
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty
    • Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
    • Breast Implant Revision
    • Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction
    • 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)

    Also known as:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Autologous Skin Graft
    • Partial Thickness Skin Graft
    • Skin Transplant

    CPT Codes:

    • 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)

    Also known as:

    • Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
    • Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
    • Fat Transfer
    • Liposuction with Fat Injection
    • Body Fat Graft
    • Autologous Fat Injection
    • Liposuction Fat Grafting
    • Body Fat Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
    • 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Tissue Expander Placement
    • Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
    • Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
    • Breast Implant Preparation
    • Breast implant exchange
    • Breast reconstruction second stage
    • Expander removal and implant placement
    • Permanent breast implant surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
    • 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant

    Does Dr. Waldrop accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waldrop accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 756-7134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waldrop accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Waldrop in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Waldrop's office located?

    Dr. Jimmy Waldrop's Primary Practice

    901 Riverfront Pkwy Ste 100

    Chattanooga, TN 37402

    (423) 756-7134

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    Dr. Jimmy Waldrop's Practice 2

    4472 Ellis Cir NW

    Cleveland, TN 37312

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    Dr. Jimmy Waldrop's Practice 3

    2600 Taft Hwy

    Signal Mountain, TN 37377

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

    Dr. Waldrop's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346361433.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waldrop?

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

    What is Dr. Jimmy Waldrop's specialty?

    Dr. Waldrop is a Plastic Surgeon near Chattanooga, TN.

    What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.

    Is this Dr. Jimmy Waldrop affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Waldrop is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Erlanger Baroness Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Plastic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Plastic 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 Jimmy Waldrop accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Jimmy Waldrop is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jimmy Waldrop offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waldrop's office at (423) 756-7134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jimmy Waldrop?

    Please contact Dr. Waldrop's office at (423) 756-7134 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jimmy Waldrop have?

    Dr. Jimmy Waldrop is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

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