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Dr. Michael Freeman, MD

Knoxville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Freeman, Vascular Surgeon in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Michael Freeman, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Freeman completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Freeman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Freeman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Freeman’s office at (865) 305-8040.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Freeman?

    Dr. Michael Freeman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Freeman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm, Carotid Endarterectomy, Endovascular Surgery, Peripheral Vascular Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Knoxville/TN community, Dr. Freeman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    Is Dr. Freeman board certified in Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Freeman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Freeman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Freeman treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Freeman 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. Freeman. 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:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Vascular Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing
    • Artery Disease
    • Blood Vessel Disorder
    • Circulatory System Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
    • I779: Disorder of arteries and arterioles, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
    • I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
    • I714: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Carotid Artery
    • Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery
    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery

    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

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
    • Other vascular device blockage
    • Blood vessel implant narrowing
    • Vascular graft stenosis
    • Prosthetic vascular device blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Other problems with blood vessel devices
    • Vascular device complications
    • Blood vessel implant issues
    • Prosthetic vascular device problems
    • Vascular graft complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in Both Femoral Veins
    • Deep Vein Thrombosis
    • Bilateral Femoral DVT
    • Blood Clots in Both Femoral Veins
    • DVT in Both Legs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I8013: Phlebitis and thrombophlebitis of femoral vein, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
    • Blood Clots
    • Vascular device thrombosis
    • Clot in vascular implant
    • Blood vessel graft blood clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Which procedures does Dr. Freeman perform as a Vascular Surgeon?

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

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Freeman's office.

    Does Dr. Freeman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Freeman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 305-8040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Freeman accept in Knoxville, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Freeman's office located?

    Dr. Michael Freeman's Primary Practice

    1940 Alcoa Hwy Ste E40

    Knoxville, TN 37920

    (865) 305-8040

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    Dr. Michael Freeman's Practice 2

    1130 Middle Creek Rd # 290

    Sevierville, TN 37862

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    Dr. Michael Freeman's Practice 3

    208 Central Ave W

    Jamestown, TN 38556

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

    Dr. Freeman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396769717.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Freeman?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Freeman's specialty?

    Dr. Freeman is a Vascular Surgeon near Knoxville, TN. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Freeman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Freeman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Freeman is affiliated with The University of Tennessee Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Vascular Surgeon?

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    Is Michael Freeman accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Freeman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Freeman's office at (865) 305-8040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Freeman?

    Please contact Dr. Freeman's office at (865) 305-8040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Freeman have?

    Dr. Michael Freeman is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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