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Dr. Michael Rizzari, MD

Dr. Michael Rizzari, MD

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rizzari, Surgeon in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Michael Rizzari, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rizzari completed his residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. Dr. Rizzari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rizzari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rizzari’s office at (313) 916-1269.

    Where did Dr. Rizzari go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Wisconsin

    • Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

    • Medical School: New York Medical College (Medical Education)

    What languages does Dr. Rizzari speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Rizzari 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. Rizzari. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Liver
    • Liver Disease
    • Other specified liver Disease
    • Hepatomegaly
    • Swollen liver
    • Liver enlargement
    • Hepatic illness
    • Liver condition
    • Uncommon liver conditions
    • Rare liver diseases
    • Specific liver disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
    • K769: Liver disease, unspecified
    • K7689: Other specified diseases of liver

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant Aftercare
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Liver Transplant
    • Post-liver transplant care
    • Liver recipient follow-up
    • Liver transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant

    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

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

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Rizzari may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rizzari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rizzari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 916-1269 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rizzari accept in Nashville, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Rizzari's office located?

    Dr. Michael Rizzari's Primary Practice

    1301 Medical Center Dr

    Nashville, TN 37232

    (313) 916-1269

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    Dr. Michael Rizzari's Practice 2

    3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic

    Nashville, TN 37232

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

    Dr. Rizzari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376747154.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rizzari?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Rizzari's specialty?

    Dr. Rizzari is a Surgeon near Nashville, 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 this Dr. Michael Rizzari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rizzari is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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 Michael Rizzari accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Rizzari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Rizzari offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rizzari's office at (313) 916-1269 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Rizzari?

    Please contact Dr. Rizzari's office at (313) 916-1269 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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