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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Attia, Thoracic Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Tamer Attia, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Attia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Attia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Attia’s office at (404) 616-1000.
What languages does Dr. Attia speak?
Dr. Attia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Attia treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Attia 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. Attia. 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:
- Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM (Obstructive)
- Thickened Heart Muscle with Obstruction
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I421: Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Attia perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Tamer Attia may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Attia's office.
Does Dr. Attia accept my insurance?
Dr. Attia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 616-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Attia accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Attia in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
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Where is Dr. Attia's office located?
What is Dr. Attia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Attia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164659892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Attia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Attia
What is Dr. Tamer Attia's specialty?
Dr. Attia is a Thoracic Surgeon near Atlanta, GA. 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. Attia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tamer Attia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Attia is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta 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
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Is Tamer Attia accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Tamer Attia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamer Attia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Attia's office at (404) 616-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamer Attia?
Please contact Dr. Attia's office at (404) 616-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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