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Dr. Chadi Abouassaly, MD

Dr. Chadi Abouassaly, MD

Washington, DC

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abouassaly, Surgeon in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Chadi Abouassaly, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Abouassaly graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program. Dr. Abouassaly is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abouassaly’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abouassaly’s office at (202) 877-7788.

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

    • Residency: Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Abouassaly board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Chadi Abouassaly, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Abouassaly speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Abouassaly treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Abouassaly 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. Abouassaly. 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:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendix Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K37: Unspecified appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Ventral Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple rib fractures
    • Rib cage injury
    • Severe rib injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Cholecystitis
    • Inflamed gallbladder
    • Gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Cut
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Scalp laceration
    • Deep scalp cut
    • Head cut

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0101XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung with Blood
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Hemopneumothorax
    • Blood and Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Hemopneumothorax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S272XXA: Traumatic hemopneumothorax, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Traumatic Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Pneumothorax
    • Injured Collapsed Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Abouassaly perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Chadi Abouassaly may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abouassaly's office.

    Does Dr. Abouassaly accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abouassaly accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-7788 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abouassaly accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Abouassaly in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Abouassaly's office located?

    Dr. Chadi Abouassaly's Primary Practice

    110 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 877-7788

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    Dr. Chadi Abouassaly's Practice 2

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

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

    Dr. Abouassaly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982878161.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abouassaly?

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

    What is Dr. Chadi Abouassaly's specialty?

    Dr. Abouassaly is a Surgeon near Washington, DC. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Abouassaly to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chadi Abouassaly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abouassaly is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Chadi Abouassaly accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Chadi Abouassaly is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chadi Abouassaly offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abouassaly's office at (202) 877-7788 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chadi Abouassaly?

    Please contact Dr. Abouassaly's office at (202) 877-7788 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chadi Abouassaly have?

    Dr. Chadi Abouassaly is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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