22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mccadams, Surgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Joseph Mccadams, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cape Girardeau, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Mccadams graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Mccadams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccadams’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccadams’s office at (573) 334-3074.
Where did Dr. Mccadams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tn Grad Sch Of Med, General Surgery | University Tn Grad School Of Med | East Tennessee State University Program
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine | Mercer University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Mccadams board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Mccadams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Mccadams speak?
Dr. Mccadams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Mccadams typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mccadams 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. Mccadams. 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:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Other Circulatory System Disorder
- Other Blood Vessel Problems
- Unspecified Circulatory Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I998: Other disorder of circulatory system
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Mccadams typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mccadams 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. Mccadams. 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:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Simple Mastectomy
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Mccadams accept my insurance?
Dr. Mccadams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 334-3074 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mccadams accept in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Dr. Mccadams in Cape Girardeau, MO 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 Kansas City
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mccadams' office located?
Dr. Joseph Mccadams' Primary Practice
60 Doctors Park
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
(573) 334-3074
What is Dr. Mccadams's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mccadams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962453019.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccadams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mccadams
What is Dr. Joseph Mccadams's specialty?
Dr. Mccadams is a Surgeon near Cape Girardeau, MO.
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. Joseph Mccadams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mccadams is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast, Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo 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 Joseph Mccadams accepting new patients in Cape Girardeau, MO?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Mccadams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Mccadams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mccadams's office at (573) 334-3074 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Mccadams?
Please contact Dr. Mccadams's office at (573) 334-3074 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Mccadams have?
Dr. Joseph Mccadams is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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