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Dr. Rachel Sabo, MD

Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. Dr. Sabo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sabo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sabo’s office at (205) 971-2445.

    What languages does Dr. Sabo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Sabo typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Sabo typically perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Sabo may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sabo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sabo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 971-2445 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

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • 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) 971-2445

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    Dr. Rachel Sabo's Practice 2

    3400 Independence Dr

    Birmingham, AL 35209

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    Dr. Rachel Sabo's Practice 3

    2050 Gadsden Hwy Ste 104

    Birmingham, AL 35235

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    What is Dr. Sabo's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Rachel Sabo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sabo is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist). 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. 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) 971-2445 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rachel Sabo?

    Please contact Dr. Sabo's office at (205) 971-2445 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sabo's office located?

    Dr. Sabo's office is located in Birmingham, AL.