Cardiothoracic Surgeons in Georgia

Georgia has 195 licensed cardiothoracic surgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.

Yes. 100% of cardiothoracic surgeons in Georgia are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.

The most commonly accepted carriers among cardiothoracic surgeons in Georgia include unitedhealthcare, medicare, centene, qhp-29854, and qhp-17091. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.

A consultation copay is $50 to $100. Coronary artery bypass costs $70,000 to $200,000. Heart valve replacement costs $80,000 to $170,000. Lung lobectomy costs $30,000 to $80,000. Actual costs in Georgia depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Cardiothoracic surgery involves the highest costs in surgery. Hospital stays average five to ten days. Bills include the surgeon, assistant surgeon, anesthesia, perfusionist (heart-lung machine operator), ICU charges, and implants. Confirm all providers are in-network before the procedure.

Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Georgia has 195 cardiothoracic surgeons. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.

74% of cardiothoracic surgeons in Georgia accept Medicare. Medicare covers medically necessary cardiothoracic procedures including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve replacement, and lung cancer surgery. Cardiac rehabilitation after surgery is also covered. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.

Some cardiothoracic surgeons in Georgia accept Georgia Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers medically necessary cardiothoracic surgery. Prior authorization is required. Coverage includes surgeon, facility, anesthesia, ICU, and post-operative rehabilitation. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Georgia Medicaid participation before scheduling.

Care involves a pre-operative consultation with cardiac or pulmonary workup, the surgery (often requiring ICU recovery), a hospital discharge follow-up at one to two weeks, and then visits at six weeks, three months, and six months. Cardiac surgery patients typically have long-term follow-up with their cardiologist. With 195 cardiothoracic surgeons in Georgia, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.