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Dr. Mona Abaza, MD

Dr. Mona Abaza, MD

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abaza, Otolaryngologist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Mona Abaza, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Abaza completed her residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Otolaryngology; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, General Surgery. She is a member of the American Broncho-esophagology Association, AAMC Council of Academic Societies - Representative, American Academy of Otolarynoglogy/HNS - Chair, Women's Committee, International Association of Phonosurgeons, and University of Colorado School of Medicine: Academy of Medical Educators -. Dr. Abaza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abaza’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abaza’s office at (720) 848-0000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abaza?

    Dr. Mona Abaza, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Abaza empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Swallowing Disorders, Voice Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Aurora/CO community, Dr. Abaza is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Thomas Jefferson University Program | Thomas Jefferson University Program, Laryngology

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Otolaryngology; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, General Surgery | University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia

    Is Dr. Abaza board certified as an Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Mona Abaza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology , American Board of Otolaryngology since 1999

    What languages does Dr. Abaza speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Abaza treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Abaza 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. Abaza. 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:

    • One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Vocal Cord Disorder
    • Other Voice Problems
    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Vocal Cord Polyp
    • Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Vocal Cord Nodules
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice Disorder
    • Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
    • Paralyzed vocal cord
    • Single vocal cord paralysis
    • Voice problems
    • Vocal fold issues
    • Throat conditions
    • Voice changes
    • Vocal issues
    • Resonance issues
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Laryngeal polyp
    • Vocal fold polyp
    • Laryngeal paralysis
    • Voice box paralysis
    • Vocal cord immobility
    • Singer's nodules
    • Vocal fold nodules
    • Voice bumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
    • J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
    • R498: Other voice and resonance disorders
    • R490: Dysphonia
    • J381: Polyp of vocal cord and larynx
    • J3802: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, bilateral
    • J382: Nodules of vocal cords

    Also known as:

    • Laryngeal Spasm
    • Larynx Narrowing
    • Larynx Disorder
    • Larynx Swelling
    • Throat Disorder
    • Vocal cord spasm
    • Throat spasm
    • Laryngospasm
    • Laryngeal stenosis
    • Narrowed voice box
    • Airway narrowing
    • Voice box problems
    • Laryngeal conditions
    • Throat issues
    • Swollen voice box
    • Laryngeal edema
    • Throat swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J385: Laryngeal spasm
    • J386: Stenosis of larynx
    • J387: Other diseases of larynx
    • J384: Edema of larynx

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Foreign Body Sensation in Throat
    • Feeling something in throat
    • Throat foreign body
    • Globus sensation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R09A2: Foreign body sensation, throat

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Tracheostomy Care
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Trach Care
    • Trachea Tube Management
    • Breathing Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z430: Encounter for attention to tracheostomy

    Also known as:

    • Having a Tracheostomy
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Trach tube
    • Tracheotomy
    • Tracheal opening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z930: Tracheostomy status

    What procedures does Dr. Abaza perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Abaza performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Abaza. 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:

    • Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
    • Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
    • Vocal Cord Exam
    • Throat Scope with Strobe Light
    • Voice Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy

    Also known as:

    • Larynx Surgery with Microscope (Vocal Cord/Tumor Removal)
    • Direct Laryngoscopy with Excision
    • Vocal Cord Stripping
    • Epiglottis Tumor Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 31541: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with excision of tumor and/or stripping of vocal cords or epiglottis; with operating microscope or telescope

    Also known as:

    • Vocal Cord Injection with Scope
    • Direct laryngoscopy with injection
    • Vocal cord augmentation
    • Voice box injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 31571: Laryngoscopy, direct, with injection into vocal cord(s), therapeutic; with operating microscope or telescope

    Also known as:

    • Voice Box Examination and Widening
    • Direct laryngoscopy with dilation
    • Larynx scope with widening
    • Tracheoscopy with dilation

    CPT Codes:

    • 31528: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; with dilation, initial

    Also known as:

    • Vocal Cord Repositioning Surgery
    • Medialization Laryngoplasty
    • Vocal Cord Paralysis Surgery
    • Voice Box Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31591: Laryngoplasty, medialization, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Voice Box and Windpipe Widening
    • Laryngoscopy with Dilation
    • Tracheoscopy with Dilation
    • Airway Dilation

    CPT Codes:

    • 31529: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; with dilation, subsequent

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Voice Box Muscle Spasms
    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Laryngeal Botox Injection
    • Voice Box Chemodenervation
    • Spasmodic Dysphonia Treatment Injection
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64617: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); larynx, unilateral, percutaneous (eg, for spasmodic dysphonia), includes guidance by needle electromyography, when performed
    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Also known as:

    • Fat Transfer to Face or Body (Small Volume)
    • Autologous Fat Grafting
    • Lipofilling
    • Fat Injection for Volume

    CPT Codes:

    • 15773: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to face, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, and/or feet; 25 cc or less injectate

    Also known as:

    • Voice and Resonance Analysis
    • Voice Disorder Evaluation
    • Speech Resonance Assessment
    • Vocal Quality Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance

    Does Dr. Abaza accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abaza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abaza accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Abaza in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • First Medical Health Plan

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Abaza's office located?

    Dr. Mona Abaza's Primary Practice

    12605 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (720) 848-0000

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    Dr. Mona Abaza's Practice 2

    1635 Aurora Ct

    Aurora, CO 80045

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    Dr. Mona Abaza's Practice 3

    777 Bannock St

    Denver, CO 80204

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Broncho-esophagology Association

    Fellow

    AAMC Council of Academic Societies - Representative

    Member

    American Academy of Otolarynoglogy/HNS - Chair, Women's Committee

    Member

    International Association of Phonosurgeons

    Fellow

    University of Colorado School of Medicine: Academy of Medical Educators -

    Member

    Awards

    US News & World Report, Top Doctor

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

    Dr. Abaza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043313844.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abaza?

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

    What is Dr. Mona Abaza's specialty?

    Dr. Abaza is a Otolaryngologist near Aurora, CO. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Abaza to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mona Abaza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abaza is affiliated with UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital 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 Mona Abaza accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Mona Abaza is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mona Abaza offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abaza's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mona Abaza?

    Please contact Dr. Abaza's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mona Abaza have?

    Dr. Mona Abaza is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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