Summary

Dr. Kurt Fichtner is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who brings over four decades of surgical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Brown University Program in Medicine and completed comprehensive training through multiple residencies at prestigious institutions including Brown University, Madigan Army Medical Center, and Miriam Hospital. His fellowship training at Brooke Army Medical Center in 1998 further specialized his skills in advanced surgical techniques. Dr. Fichtner communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Fichtner practices at Piedmont Macon in Macon, Georgia, where he focuses on complex thoracic conditions. He treats patients with lung cancer and pulmonary nodules, including cases where cancer has spread to other parts of the body. His surgical practice utilizes advanced imaging techniques such as PET scans and CT scans to provide precise diagnosis and treatment planning. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 43 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brooke Army Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Piedmont Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery at Macon

310 Hospital Dr Ste 330Macon, GA 31217
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
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43 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Russian Speaks English
Macon , GAMacon , GAMacon , GAMacon , GA
Med School: Brown University Program in Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kurt Alfred Fichtner

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • AIDS Healthcare Foundation (Ryan White Part A)
  • Alliant Health Plans SoloCare (including Core & Select)
  • Alliant SimpleCare/4Corners
  • Ambetter (including Core & Select)
  • Anthem
  • Anthem MediBlue
  • Beech Street
  • CareSource
  • CareSource Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP only)
  • CareSource Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • Georgia Health Advantage
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Kaiser
  • Kaiser Medicare Advantage
  • LifeWell (HealthScope)
  • Medicare
  • Peach State
  • PHCS/MultiPlan
  • Pruitt Health Premier (AllyAlign)
  • Sonder
  • Tricare Prime (referral required)
  • Tricare Select
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Marketplace Exchange
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Kurt Alfred Fichtner has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Kurt Alfred Fichtner has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Thoracic Surgeon
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Kurt Alfred Fichtner holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of South Carolina and New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of South Carolina that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Brooke Army Medical Center in 1998.

Residency

Completed their residency at Madigan Army Medical Center in 1993, Brown University in 1985, and Miriam Hospital in 1985.

Internship

Completed their internship at Rhode Island Hospital Brown University in 1984.

Medical School

Graduated from Brown University Program in Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Kurt Alfred Fichtner's NPI number is 1699888297.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Kurt Fichtner speak?
Kurt Fichtner speaks English.
Where is Kurt Fichtner's office located?
Kurt Fichtner's office is located at 310 Hospital Dr Ste 330, Macon, GA, 31217.
Which hospitals is Kurt Fichtner affiliated with?
Kurt Fichtner is affiliated with Piedmont Macon.
Does Kurt Fichtner accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kurt Fichtner accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Kurt Fichtner?
You can find contact information for Kurt Fichtner here on Vitals.

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