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Dr. John Um, MD

Thoracic Surgeon, Surgeon

Omaha, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Um, Thoracic Surgeon in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. John Um, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Um completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Um is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Um’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Um’s office.

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

    • Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Um speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Um typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Um 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. Um. 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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Wound dressing care
    • Post-op dressing change
    • Surgical wound management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

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

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. John Um may include:

    Please contact Dr. Um's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Um accept my insurance?

    Dr. Um accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Um accept in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Um in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Um's office located?

    Unmc Physicians Nebraska Medical Center

    987400 Nebraska Medical Ctr # M

    Omaha, NE 68198

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    Dr. John Um's Practice 2

    Emile 42nd St

    Omaha, NE 68198

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

    Dr. Um's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134346745.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Um?

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

    What is Dr. John Um's specialty?

    Dr. Um is a Thoracic Surgeon near Omaha, NE.

    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 Dr. John Um affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Um is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Nebraska Medical Center, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's, Bryan East Campus, Avera Sacred Heart 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 Dr. John Um accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?

    Yes, Dr. John Um is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Um offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Um's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Um?

    Please contact Dr. Um's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Um's office located?

    Dr. Um's office is located in Omaha, NE.