Browse general surgeons in Oregon.
785
General Surgeons
100%
Accepting patients
81%
Most common: MD
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Oregon is home to 785 licensed general surgeons, one of the larger general surgeon workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (81%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 8%.
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific - Northwest train general surgeons in the state. Notable hospitals include OHSU Hospital, Providence Portland Medical Center, and Doernbecher Children's Hospital. Health systems such as OHSU Health, Providence Health & Services Oregon, and Legacy Health employ many of the state's general surgeons.
66% accept Medicare. Patients with Oregon Health Plan should verify coverage directly, as not all general surgeons participate. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-10091, qhp-73836, and qhp-23603.
Oregon Health & Science University is the state's only academic health center and a nationally recognized leader in research.
Oregon has 785 licensed general surgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of general surgeons in Oregon 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 general surgeons in Oregon include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-10091, qhp-73836, and qhp-23603. 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 surgical consultation copay is $40 to $75. Hernia repair costs $3,000 to $7,000 (facility + surgeon). Gallbladder removal runs $5,000 to $12,000. Appendectomy costs $5,000 to $15,000. Actual costs in Oregon depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Surgical costs involve multiple bills: surgeon fee, anesthesiologist fee, facility fee, pathology, and possibly assistant surgeon. Ask for a bundled estimate in advance. Out-of-network anesthesiologists at in-network facilities are a common surprise bill.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Oregon has 785 general surgeons. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Oregon, 81% hold the MD credential and 8% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
66% of general surgeons in Oregon accept Medicare. Medicare Part B covers surgical consultations, and Part A covers inpatient surgical procedures. The surgeon's fee, anesthesia, and facility charges are typically separate bills. Standard deductible and coinsurance apply. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some general surgeons in Oregon accept Oregon Health Plan, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers medically necessary surgeries. Prior authorization is often required. Coverage includes the surgeon fee, facility, and anesthesia. Verify your plan covers the specific facility. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Oregon Health Plan participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Oregon include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-10091, qhp-73836, and qhp-23603.
Surgical consultations and procedures are covered under medical insurance. Most surgeries require prior authorization. Verify that both the surgeon and the surgical facility (hospital or ambulatory surgery center) are in-network. Ambulatory surgery centers often have lower facility fees than hospitals for the same procedure. Ask about total estimated costs including surgeon, facility, and anesthesia fees.