Athens General & Colorectal Surgeons, P.C.
Phone & Address
1500 Oglethorpe Ave.
Suite 2000
Athens, GA 30606
Hours
Leading General and Colorectal Surgery in Athens, GA
At Athens General & Colorectal Surgeons, P.C., located in Athens, GA, we provide specialized care for a wide range of general and colorectal surgical needs. Our skilled team of surgeons offers advanced solutions for common and complex health issues, including conditions like hernias, gallbladder disease, colon cancer, and inflammatory bowel disease. Whether you require general surgery procedures such as appendectomy or a specialized colorectal surgery for conditions like diverticulitis or colorectal cancer, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality care with personalized attention to every patient.
Specialized Surgical Treatments for Colorectal Health
As trusted colorectal surgeons in Athens, GA, we offer expert diagnosis and treatment for various colorectal conditions, including hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and Crohn's disease. Our clinic utilizes the latest minimally invasive techniques to ensure quicker recovery times, less pain, and fewer complications, helping our patients return to their daily lives with minimal disruption. With a focus on comprehensive care, our team provides ongoing support throughout your surgical journey, from initial consultation to post-surgery recovery, ensuring you receive the best possible outcomes.
Appointment Information
All patients are scheduled by appointment only. Although we try to honor your appointment time, we hope you understand emergencies arise. If there are delays, we will inform you as soon as possible. If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please do so as soon as possible.
If you are a new patient coming into our office, please arrive at your appointment 30 minutes early to allow for the completion of registration. If your insurance plan requires prior approval for services, please be sure to obtain your referral before your visit. Please keep us updated with any changes to your name, address, telephone number, or insurance information to maintain accurate information in your medical record.
Please give our staff 24-hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment. Athens General & Colorectal Surgeons may charge you a no-show fee of $20 if the 24-hour notice is not provided.
- Advanced Laparoscopy and Robotic Surgery
- Breast Surgery
- Colon Surgery
- Colonoscopy and Upper Endoscopy
- Gastrointestinal Surgery: Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Surgery, Laparoscopic Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery (Nissen Fundoplication), Laparoscopic Appendix Surgery
- Hemorrhoidal Disease
- Surgery of the Stomach
- Thyroid Surgery
To provide you with prompt and complete care please be sure to bring the following items to your appointment:
- Insurance information/cards
- Photo identification
- Any medical records about your visit
A complete list of insurance providers is outlined below, please contact your insurance provider with any questions regarding coverage. View all accepted insurance plans at St. Mary's Health Care System.
- Aetna/U.S. HealthCare – All plans
- Beech Street PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, POS, and PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity
- Care Improvement Plus
- CCN (Community Care Network)
- ChoiceCare PPO
- Cigna – All plans
- Coventry HMO and PPO
- First Health Network
- Humana – All plans
- Medical Mutual of Ohio (SuperMed)
- MultiPlan (includes BCE Emergis, Preferred Plan of Georgia, Pro America, and Up&Up)
- NovaNet PPO
- PHCS
- ppoNEXT
- SouthCare
- Tricare (Active, Retired/Champus & Prime Military)
- United Healthcare – All plans
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