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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fitzsimmons, Surgeon in Rincon, GA?
Dr. Thomas Fitzsimmons, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rincon, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Fitzsimmons is fluent in English, French, German, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzsimmons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzsimmons’s office at (770) 389-9779.
What languages does Dr. Fitzsimmons speak?
Dr. Fitzsimmons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fitzsimmons treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fitzsimmons 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. Fitzsimmons. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Partial Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Partial Bowel Blockage
- Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction
- Partial Gut Blockage
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56690: Other partial intestinal obstruction
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Fitzsimmons perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fitzsimmons 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. Fitzsimmons. 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:
- 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:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Resection
- Enterectomy
- Bowel resection
- Small bowel removal
- Intestinal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis
Also known as:
- Partial Colectomy with Colostomy
- Bowel Resection with Ostomy
- Colon Removal with Cecostomy
- Partial Colonectomy with Stoma
- Colon Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44141: Colectomy, partial; with skin level cecostomy or colostomy
Also known as:
- Planned Tracheostomy
- Tracheotomy
- Surgical Airway Creation
- Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
- Neck Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);
Does Dr. Fitzsimmons accept my insurance?
Dr. Fitzsimmons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 389-9779 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzsimmons accept in Rincon, GA?
Dr. Fitzsimmons in Rincon, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Fitzsimmons' office located?
Dr. Thomas Fitzsimmons' Primary Practice
594 S Columbia Ave Ste 100
Rincon, GA 31326
(770) 389-9779
Dr. Thomas Fitzsimmons' Practice 3
7444 Hannover Pkwy S Ste 225
Stockbridge, GA 30281
(770) 389-1962
What is Dr. Fitzsimmons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fitzsimmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295729952.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzsimmons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fitzsimmons
What is Dr. Thomas Fitzsimmons's specialty?
Dr. Fitzsimmons is a Surgeon near Rincon, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Fitzsimmons to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Fitzsimmons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fitzsimmons is affiliated with Candler Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital - Savannah, GA 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 Thomas Fitzsimmons accepting new patients in Rincon, GA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Fitzsimmons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Fitzsimmons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fitzsimmons's office at (770) 389-9779 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Fitzsimmons?
Please contact Dr. Fitzsimmons's office at (770) 389-9779 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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