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Who is Dr. Abubaker, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Abubaker Abubaker, PHD is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. Dr. Abubaker is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abubaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abubaker’s office.
What languages does Dr. Abubaker speak?
Dr. Abubaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Abubaker typically treat?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Abubaker 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. Abubaker. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Mouth Sores or Lesions
- Other Mouth Lesions
- Leukoplakia
- Mouth Disorder
- Oral Lesions
- Mouth Ulcers
- Oral Mucosa Issues
- Oral Sores
- Abnormalities in Mouth
- White Patches in Mouth
- Oral Leukoplakia
- Smoker's Keratosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K1370: Unspecified lesions of oral mucosa
- K1379: Other lesions of oral mucosa
- K1321: Leukoplakia of oral mucosa, including tongue
Also known as:
- Jaw Cyst
- Underdeveloped Lower Jaw
- Inflamed Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Cyst in Jaw Bone
- Odontogenic Cyst
- Jaw Lesion
- Small lower jaw
- Receding lower jaw
- Mandibular undergrowth
- Jaw Inflammation
- Jaw Bone Infection
- Jaw Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2740: Unspecified cyst of jaw
- M2604: Mandibular hypoplasia
- M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
Also known as:
- Impacted Teeth
- Tooth Disorder
- Stuck teeth
- Unerupted teeth
- Teeth that won't come in
ICD-10 Codes:
- K011: Impacted teeth
Also known as:
- Underdeveloped Upper Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Small upper jaw
- Maxillary undergrowth
- Maxillary hypoplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2602: Maxillary hypoplasia
Also known as:
- Osteonecrosis
- Avascular Necrosis
- Aseptic Necrosis
- Bone Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- M87180: Osteonecrosis due to drugs, jaw
What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Abubaker typically perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Abubaker 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. Abubaker. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Open Bone Biopsy (Superficial)
- Mouth Vestibule Biopsy
- Tongue Biopsy
- Lip Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Bone Sample Collection
- Superficial Bone Biopsy
- Open Biopsy of Bone
- Oral Vestibule Biopsy
- Inner Lip Biopsy
- Mouth Lining Biopsy
- Oral Biopsy
- Tongue Tissue Sample
- Anterior Tongue Biopsy
- Lip Tissue Sample
- Oral Biopsy (Lip)
- Lip Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20240: Biopsy, bone, open; superficial (eg, sternum, spinous process, rib, patella, olecranon process, calcaneus, tarsal, metatarsal, carpal, metacarpal, phalanx)
- 40808: Biopsy, vestibule of mouth
- 41100: Biopsy of tongue; anterior two-thirds
- 40490: Biopsy of lip
Also known as:
- Removal of Mouth Lesion
- Oral Lesion Excision
- Mouth Mucosa Lesion Removal
- Vestibule of Mouth Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 40810: Excision of lesion of mucosa and submucosa, vestibule of mouth; without repair
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Midface Reconstruction Surgery
- LeFort I Osteotomy
- Maxillary Reconstruction
- Facial Bone Repositioning
CPT Codes:
- 21141: Reconstruction midface, LeFort I; single piece, segment movement in any direction (eg, for Long Face Syndrome), without bone graft
Also known as:
- Jaw Bone Removal
- Mandible Bone Excision
- Jaw Osteomyelitis Surgery
- Bone Abscess Removal (Jaw)
CPT Codes:
- 21025: Excision of bone (eg, for osteomyelitis or bone abscess); mandible
Does Dr. Abubaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Abubaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abubaker accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Abubaker in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Abubaker's office located?
What is Dr. Abubaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abubaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639132749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abubaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abubaker
What is Dr. Abubaker Abubaker's specialty?
Dr. Abubaker is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Richmond, VA.
What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery.
Is this Dr. Abubaker Abubaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abubaker is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Hca Henrico Doctors' 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
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Is Abubaker Abubaker accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Abubaker Abubaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abubaker Abubaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abubaker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
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520 N 12th St
Richmond, VA 23298