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Dr. Stephen Fann, MD

Dr. Stephen Fann, MD

Charleston, SC

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fann, Critical Care Surgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Stephen Fann, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Fann graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University and completed his residency at Palmetto Hlth Alliance, General Surgery. Dr. Fann is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fann’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fann’s office at (843) 792-1414.

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

    • Residency: Palmetto Hlth Alliance, General Surgery

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

    What languages does Dr. Fann speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fann treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Fann 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. Fann. 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:

    • Incisional Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Parastomal Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
    • Recurrent Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Abdominal Hernia
    • Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Incision Hernia
    • Strangulated Incisional Hernia
    • Stoma Hernia
    • Peristomal Hernia
    • Hernia near stoma
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Blockage
    • Recurrent Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Repeated Groin Hernia
    • Recurring Hernia in Groin
    • Belly Hernia
    • Hernia in Abdomen
    • Stomach Hernia
    • Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Belly Button Hernia
    • Strangulated Umbilical Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K435: Parastomal hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K4091: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, recurrent
    • K469: Unspecified abdominal hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K458: Other specified abdominal hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Digestive System Disease
    • Digestive Disease
    • Past GI Disorder
    • Previous Digestive Problem
    • History of Gastrointestinal Illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Fistula
    • Colonic Disease
    • Fistulas
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel fistula
    • Enteric fistula
    • Abdominal fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K632: Fistula of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    What procedures does Dr. Fann perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Fann 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. Fann. 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 Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
    • Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
    • Recurrent Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Repair (Small)
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery
    • Epigastric Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Surgery
    • Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty
    • Repeat Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Inguinal Hernia Recurrence Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 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
    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49593: 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); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
    • 49592: 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, incarcerated or strangulated
    • 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia
    • 49520: Repair recurrent inguinal hernia, any age; reducible
    • 49613: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: 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); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Fann accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fann accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fann accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Fann in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Bank of New Hampshire

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Marine Engineers Benefits Association

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fann's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Fann's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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

    Dr. Fann's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366409161.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fann?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Fann's specialty?

    Dr. Fann is a Critical Care Surgeon near Charleston, SC. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Fann to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Fann affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fann is affiliated with MUSC Health University Medical Center, MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, MUSC Health - Orangeburg, MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center, Trident Medical Center 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 Stephen Fann accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Fann is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Fann offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fann's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Fann?

    Please contact Dr. Fann's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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