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Dr. Matthew Abourezk, MD

Critical Care Surgeon, Surgeon

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abourezk, Critical Care Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Matthew Abourezk, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Abourezk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abourezk’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abourezk’s office at (412) 359-3115.

    What languages does Dr. Abourezk speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Abourezk typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Abourezk 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. Abourezk. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Abourezk typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Abourezk may include:

    Please contact Dr. Abourezk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Abourezk accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abourezk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 359-3115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abourezk accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Abourezk in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abourezk's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Abourezk's Primary Practice

    320 E North Ave

    Pittsburgh, PA 15212

    (412) 359-3115

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    What hospitals are Dr. Abourezk affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Abourezk has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Miami Valley Hospital,Dayton, OH
    Forbes Hospital,Monroeville, PA
    Wayne Healthcare,Greenville, OH
    Allegheny General Hospital,Pittsburgh, PA

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

    Dr. Abourezk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346771763.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abourezk?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Abourezk's specialty?

    Dr. Abourezk is a Critical Care Surgeon near Pittsburgh, PA.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Matthew Abourezk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abourezk is affiliated with Kettering Health Dayton, Independence Health Latrobe Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Matthew Abourezk accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Abourezk is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Abourezk offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abourezk's office at (412) 359-3115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Abourezk?

    Please contact Dr. Abourezk's office at (412) 359-3115 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abourezk's office located?

    Dr. Abourezk's office is located in Pittsburgh, PA.