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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Huffman, Thoracic Surgeon in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Lynn Huffman, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Huffman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Huffman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Huffman’s office at (214) 645-7700.
Is Dr. Huffman board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lynn Huffman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Huffman speak?
Dr. Huffman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Huffman treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Huffman 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. Huffman. 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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Stenosis and Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Narrow and leaky aortic valve
- Mixed aortic valve disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I352: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis with insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Infection of Cardiac or Vascular Device
- Infected Cardiovascular Implant
- Heart Device Infection
- Vascular Graft Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T827XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other cardiac and vascular devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
Also known as:
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
Also known as:
- Other problems with heart devices
- Cardiac device complications
- Heart implant issues
- Prosthetic heart device problems
- Cardiac graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82897A: Other specified complication of cardiac prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Mechanical Problems with Cardiac Electronic Device
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Cardiac implant malfunction
- Electronic heart device issues
- Implantable cardiac device complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82198A: Other mechanical complication of other cardiac electronic device, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Huffman perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Huffman 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. Huffman. 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:
- Removal of Defibrillator Wires (Transvenous)
- Implantable Defibrillator Lead Extraction
- Transvenous Electrode Removal
- ICD Lead Removal
- Heart Device Lead Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33244: Removal of single or dual chamber implantable defibrillator electrode(s); by transvenous extraction
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Removal
- ICD Pulse Generator Removal
- Implantable Defibrillator Explant
- Defibrillator Battery Removal
- Heart Defibrillator Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only
Also known as:
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Wire Removal
- Pacemaker Lead Extraction
- Transvenous Electrode Removal
- Pacemaker Wire Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33235: Removal of transvenous pacemaker electrode(s); dual lead system
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Removal
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Removal
- Heart Pacemaker Device Removal
- Pacemaker Box Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33233: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator only
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Does Dr. Huffman accept my insurance?
Dr. Huffman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Huffman accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Huffman in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Huffman's office located?
Dr. Lynn Huffman's Primary Practice
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 75390
(214) 645-7700
What is Dr. Huffman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Huffman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154532463.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Huffman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Huffman
What is Dr. Lynn Huffman's specialty?
Dr. Huffman is a Thoracic Surgeon near Dallas, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Huffman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lynn Huffman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Huffman is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth 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 Lynn Huffman accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lynn Huffman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lynn Huffman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Huffman's office at (214) 645-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lynn Huffman?
Please contact Dr. Huffman's office at (214) 645-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lynn Huffman have?
Dr. Lynn Huffman is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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