25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahrens, Surgeon in Council Bluffs, IA?
Where did Dr. Ahrens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, General Surgery | Henry Ford Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ahrens board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Ahrens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ahrens speak?
Dr. Ahrens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Ahrens typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ahrens 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. Ahrens. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
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. Ahrens typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ahrens 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. Ahrens. 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:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 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. Ahrens accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahrens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 396-4320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahrens accept in Council Bluffs, IA?
Dr. Ahrens in Council Bluffs, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Ahrens' office located?
Dr. Patrick Ahrens' Primary Practice
201 Ridge St Ste 214
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 396-4320
What hospitals are Dr. Ahrens affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ahrens has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Ahrens's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahrens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508858028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahrens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahrens