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Dr. Alan Koffron, MD

Dr. Alan Koffron, MD

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Koffron, Transplant Surgeon in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Alan Koffron, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Koffron completed his residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Koffron is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koffron’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koffron’s office at (423) 267-0466.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Koffron?

    Dr. Alan Koffron, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant 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. Koffron empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pancreatic Surgery, Transplant-Kidney, Transplant-Liver-Adult & Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chattanooga/TN community, Dr. Koffron is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Children's Memorial Hospital, Pediatric Transplant/Hepatobiliary Surgery

    • Residency: Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, General Surgery | Chicago Medical School

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com

    Is Dr. Koffron board certified in Transplant Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Koffron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Koffron speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Koffron treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Koffron 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. Koffron. 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:

    • Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Metastatic Liver Cancer
    • Secondary Liver Tumor
    • Liver Metastasis
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pancreatic Cyst
    • Pancreatic Disease
    • Cyst on Pancreas
    • Pancreatic Pseudocyst
    • Fluid Sac on Pancreas

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K862: Cyst of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Other specified liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Uncommon liver conditions
    • Rare liver diseases
    • Specific liver disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7689: Other specified diseases of liver

    Also known as:

    • Ampullary Cancer
    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Cancer of the ampulla of Vater
    • Malignant neoplasm of ampulla of Vater
    • Ampulla of Vater carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C241: Malignant neoplasm of ampulla of Vater

    Does Dr. Koffron accept my insurance?

    Dr. Koffron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 267-0466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Koffron accept in Chattanooga, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Farm Bureau Health Plans

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Koffron's office located?

    Dr. Alan Koffron's Primary Practice

    2108 E 3rd St

    Chattanooga, TN 37404

    (423) 267-0466

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    Dr. Alan Koffron's Practice 2

    3535 W 13 Mile Rd Ste 644

    Royal Oak, MI 48073

    (800) 253-5592

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Hour Detroit Magazine's Top Docs

    Beaumont Health System

    Teacher and Researcher Triple Threat Award

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

    Dr. Koffron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124056726.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koffron?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Koffron's specialty?

    Dr. Koffron is a Transplant Surgeon near Chattanooga, TN. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Koffron to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alan Koffron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Koffron is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital 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 Transplant Surgeon?

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    Is Alan Koffron accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Koffron is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Koffron offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Koffron's office at (423) 267-0466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alan Koffron?

    Please contact Dr. Koffron's office at (423) 267-0466 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Koffron have?

    Dr. Alan Koffron is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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