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Dr. Susan Pabst, MD

Hickory, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pabst, Surgeon in Hickory, NC?

    Dr. Susan Pabst, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Pabst graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University and completed her residency at Pitt Co Mem Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Pabst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pabst’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pabst’s office at (828) 485-2707.

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

    • Residency: Pitt Co Mem Hosp, General Surgery | OMECO/Comanche County Memorial Hosp Program

    • Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University

    Is Dr. Pabst board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Pabst, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Pabst speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Pabst typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Pabst 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. Pabst. 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
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Pabst typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Pabst 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. Pabst. 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:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Excision
    • Breast Cyst Removal
    • Fibroadenoma Excision
    • Breast Tumor Removal
    • Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions

    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:

    • 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • Stapled Hemorrhoid Removal
    • Hemorrhoidopexy
    • PPH Procedure
    • Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 46947: Hemorrhoidopexy (eg, for prolapsing internal hemorrhoids) by stapling

    Does Dr. Pabst accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pabst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 485-2707 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pabst accept in Hickory, NC?

    Dr. Pabst in Hickory, NC 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 North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pabst's office located?

    Dr. Susan Pabst's Primary Practice

    1501 Tate Blvd SE Ste 202

    Hickory, NC 28602

    (828) 485-2707

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    Dr. Susan Pabst's Practice 2

    50 Macedonia Church Rd # A

    Taylorsville, NC 28681

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

    Dr. Pabst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013985860.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pabst?

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

    What is Dr. Susan Pabst's specialty?

    Dr. Pabst is a Surgeon near Hickory, NC.

    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. Susan Pabst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pabst is affiliated with Frye Regional 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

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    Is Susan Pabst accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Pabst is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Susan Pabst offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pabst's office at (828) 485-2707 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Susan Pabst?

    Please contact Dr. Pabst's office at (828) 485-2707 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Pabst have?

    Dr. Susan Pabst is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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