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Who is Dr. Sabo, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Rachel Sabo, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sabo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sabo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sabo’s office at (205) 971-1825.
What languages does Dr. Sabo speak?
Dr. Sabo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sabo treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Sabo 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. Sabo. 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:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Having a Colostomy
- Ostomy
- Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
- Colon stoma
- Bowel diversion surgery
- Large intestine ostomy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z933: Colostomy status
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Which procedures does Dr. Sabo perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Rachel Sabo may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sabo's office.
Does Dr. Sabo accept my insurance?
Dr. Sabo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 971-1825 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sabo accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Sabo in Birmingham, 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 Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Sabo's office located?
Dr. Rachel Sabo's Primary Practice
4600 Highway 280 Ste 200
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 971-1825
What is Dr. Sabo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sabo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255690616.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sabo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sabo
What is Dr. Rachel Sabo's specialty?
Dr. Sabo is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Birmingham, AL. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Sabo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rachel Sabo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sabo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Rachel Sabo accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Sabo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Sabo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sabo's office at (205) 971-1825 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Sabo?
Please contact Dr. Sabo's office at (205) 971-1825 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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