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Dr. Timothy Sahawneh, MD

Alabaster, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sahawneh, Surgeon in Alabaster, AL?

    Dr. Timothy Sahawneh, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Alabaster, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sahawneh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sahawneh’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sahawneh’s office at (205) 620-9065.

    What languages does Dr. Sahawneh speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sahawneh treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Sahawneh 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. Sahawneh. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Gallbladder problems
    • Biliary tract disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder
    • K829: Disease of gallbladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    What procedures does Dr. Sahawneh perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Sahawneh 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. Sahawneh. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
    • Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Epigastric Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Surgery
    • Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Strangulated Hernia Repair
    • Incarcerated Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 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
    • 49593: 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); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49592: 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, incarcerated or strangulated
    • 49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Partial Colectomy with Colostomy (Hartmann's Procedure)
    • Partial Colon Removal (Abdominal and Transanal)
    • Splenic Flexure Mobilization during Colon Surgery
    • Partial Colon Removal with Reconnection
    • Laparoscopic Partial Colon Removal
    • Hartmann's Procedure
    • Colon Resection with Colostomy
    • Bowel Surgery with Stoma
    • Partial Colectomy
    • Colon Resection (Hybrid Approach)
    • Bowel Resection (Partial)
    • Splenic Flexure Take-down
    • Colon Flexure Mobilization
    • Colon Resection Add-on Procedure
    • Partial Colectomy with Anastomosis
    • Bowel Resection (Partial Colon)
    • Colon Segment Removal
    • Colon Surgery with Reattachment
    • Minimally invasive colectomy
    • Laparoscopic bowel resection
    • Keyhole colon surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 44143: Colectomy, partial; with end colostomy and closure of distal segment (Hartmann type procedure)
    • 44147: Colectomy, partial; abdominal and transanal approach
    • 44139: Mobilization (take-down) of splenic flexure performed in conjunction with partial colectomy (List separately in addition to primary procedure)
    • 44140: Colectomy, partial; with anastomosis
    • 44207: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with anastomosis, with coloproctostomy (low pelvic anastomosis)

    Also known as:

    • Bowel Twist or Hernia Repair (Open Surgery)
    • Appendectomy (During Other Surgery)
    • Belly Button Removal Surgery
    • Omentum Removal
    • Volvulus Reduction
    • Intussusception Repair
    • Internal Hernia Repair
    • Appendix Removal
    • Incidental Appendectomy
    • Appendectomy with another procedure
    • Umbilicus excision
    • Omphalectomy
    • Navel removal
    • Belly button surgery
    • Omentectomy
    • Epiploectomy
    • Resection of Omentum

    CPT Codes:

    • 44050: Reduction of volvulus, intussusception, internal hernia, by laparotomy
    • 44955: Appendectomy; when done for indicated purpose at time of other major procedure (not as separate procedure) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 49250: Umbilectomy, omphalectomy, excision of umbilicus (separate procedure)
    • 49255: Omentectomy, epiploectomy, resection of omentum (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Small Intestine Resection
    • Freeing Intestinal Adhesions
    • Closing Intestine Opening with Colon and Rectum Reconnection
    • Enterectomy
    • Bowel resection
    • Small bowel removal
    • Intestinal surgery
    • Enterolysis
    • Bowel Adhesion Removal
    • Lysis of Intestinal Adhesions
    • Release of Bowel Scar Tissue
    • Enterostomy Closure with Anastomosis', 'Hartmann's Procedure Reversal
    • Colostomy Reversal with Resection

    CPT Codes:

    • 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis
    • 44005: Enterolysis (freeing of intestinal adhesion) (separate procedure)
    • 44626: Closure of enterostomy, large or small intestine; with resection and colorectal anastomosis (eg, closure of Hartmann type procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Rectum and Lower Colon Scope with Dilation
    • Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy with Dilation
    • Rectal Dilation with Scope
    • Lower Bowel Scope and Widening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45303: Proctosigmoidoscopy, rigid; with dilation (eg, balloon, guide wire, bougie)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Laparoscopy
    • Gastric Sleeve Surgery
    • Longitudinal Gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
    • Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
    • Bariatric surgery
    • Minimally invasive gastric bypass
    • Weight loss surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
    • 43644: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; with gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastroenterostomy (roux limb 150 cm or less)

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: 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); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
    • Rectal exam with general anesthesia
    • Anorectal surgery for diagnosis

    CPT Codes:

    • 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Open Drainage of Abdominal Abscess
    • Peritoneal Abscess Drainage
    • Abdominal Infection Drainage
    • Open Peritonitis Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 49020: Drainage of peritoneal abscess or localized peritonitis, exclusive of appendiceal abscess, open

    Also known as:

    • Open Liver Biopsy (Wedge)
    • Wedge Liver Biopsy
    • Surgical Liver Biopsy
    • Liver Tissue Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 47100: Biopsy of liver, wedge

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
    • Exploratory Laparoscopy
    • Abdominal Scope
    • Peritoneal Biopsy
    • Omentum Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Removal of Intestinal Adhesions
    • Laparoscopic Enterolysis
    • Bowel Adhesion Release
    • Minimally Invasive Adhesion Removal
    • Abdominal Adhesion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 44180: Laparoscopy, surgical, enterolysis (freeing of intestinal adhesion) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Partial Colon Removal with Small Intestine Connection
    • Partial Colectomy with Ileocolostomy
    • Ileocecal Resection
    • Bowel Resection with Reconnection

    CPT Codes:

    • 44160: Colectomy, partial, with removal of terminal ileum with ileocolostomy

    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:

    • Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
    • Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
    • Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
    • Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)

    CPT Codes:

    • 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk

    Also known as:

    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Incision and Drainage
    • Abscess
    • I&D of Abscess
    • Lancing an Abscess
    • Draining a Boil
    • Cyst Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Modified Radical Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal with Lymph Node Dissection
    • Breast Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19307: Mastectomy, modified radical, including axillary lymph nodes, with or without pectoralis minor muscle, but excluding pectoralis major muscle

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
    • Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
    • Thyroid Lobe Removal
    • Partial Thyroidectomy
    • Isthmusectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy

    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

    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. Sahawneh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sahawneh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 620-9065 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sahawneh accept in Alabaster, AL?

    Dr. Sahawneh in Alabaster, AL 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Sahawneh's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Sahawneh's Primary Practice

    644 2nd St NE Ste 206

    Alabaster, AL 35007

    (205) 620-9065

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    Dr. Timothy Sahawneh's Practice 2

    4704 Whitesburg Dr SW Ste 200

    Huntsville, AL 35802

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

    Dr. Sahawneh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215391560.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sahawneh?

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

    What is Dr. Timothy Sahawneh's specialty?

    Dr. Sahawneh is a Surgeon near Alabaster, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Sahawneh to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Sahawneh is affiliated with UAB Hospital, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL 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 Timothy Sahawneh accepting new patients in Alabaster, AL?

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

    Does Dr. Timothy Sahawneh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sahawneh's office at (205) 620-9065 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Timothy Sahawneh?

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