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Dr. Troy Hixson, MD

Surgeon

Winchester, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hixson, Surgeon in Winchester, TN?

    Dr. Troy Hixson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Winchester, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hixson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hixson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hixson’s office at (931) 967-3966.

    What languages does Dr. Hixson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Hixson typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Hixson 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. Hixson. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Hixson typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Hixson 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. Hixson. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp/Tumor Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible colonoscopy with ablation
    • Colon polyp removal
    • Colon tumor destruction
    • Therapeutic colonoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 45388: Colonoscopy, flexible; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Hixson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hixson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (931) 967-3966 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hixson accept in Winchester, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hixson's office located?

    Dr. Troy Hixson's Primary Practice

    83 Memorial Dr

    Winchester, TN 37398

    (931) 967-3966

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    Dr. Troy Hixson's Practice 2

    1260 University Ave

    Sewanee, TN 37375

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hixson affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hixson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Erlanger Baroness Hospital,Chattanooga, TN
    Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital,Pikeville, TN

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

    Dr. Hixson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730382458.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hixson?

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

    What is Dr. Troy Hixson's specialty?

    Dr. Hixson is a Surgeon near Winchester, TN.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Troy Hixson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hixson is affiliated with South Tennessee Regional Health System Sewanee, Ochsner Rush Medical Center 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 Dr. Troy Hixson accepting new patients in Winchester, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Troy Hixson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Troy Hixson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hixson's office at (931) 967-3966 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Troy Hixson?

    Please contact Dr. Hixson's office at (931) 967-3966 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hixson's office located?

    Dr. Hixson's offices are located in Winchester, TN and Sewanee, TN.