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Dr. Fuad Abuabara, MD

Dr. Fuad Abuabara, MD

Mountain View, CA

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Abuabara, MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon in Mountain View, CA?

    Dr. Fuad Abuabara, MD is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mountain View, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Abuabara graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at SCS/MSUCOM/Sinai Grace Hospital Program. Dr. Abuabara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abuabara’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abuabara’s office at (650) 934-7676.

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

    • Residency: SCS/MSUCOM/Sinai Grace Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abuabara speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Abuabara treat?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Abuabara 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. Abuabara. 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:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Facial SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
    • Face Skin Malignancy
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp SCC
    • Neck SCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
    • Scalp BCC
    • Neck BCC
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
    • Arm SCC
    • Shoulder SCC

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
    • C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
    • C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    What procedures does Dr. Abuabara perform?

    As a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon, Dr. Abuabara 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. Abuabara. 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:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Facial Wound Repair
    • Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
    • Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Small Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitals)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Stitches for facial cut
    • Intermediate wound closure
    • Repair of facial laceration
    • Facial Laceration Repair
    • Head Wound Stitching
    • Complex Facial Cut Repair
    • Laceration Repair
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Surgical Wound Repair
    • Injury Stitching
    • Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
    • Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching
    • Minor Wound Closure
    • Intermediate Wound Stitching
    • Surgical Repair of Small Wounds
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Injury Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
    • 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm
    • 12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12041: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.5 cm or less
    • 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery (Trunk/Arms/Legs, First Stage)
    • Mohs Surgery
    • Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Mohs Excision
    • Precision Skin Cancer Removal
    • Mohs surgery body
    • Skin cancer removal trunk
    • Micrographic surgery arms
    • Precise skin cancer surgery legs

    CPT Codes:

    • 17311: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks
    • 17313: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), of the trunk, arms, or legs; first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks

    Also known as:

    • Mohs Surgery
    • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
    • Skin Cancer Removal
    • Precise Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17312: Mohs micrographic technique, including removal of all gross tumor, surgical excision of tissue specimens, mapping, color coding of specimens, microscopic examination of specimens by the surgeon, and histopathologic preparation including routine stain(s) (eg, hematoxylin and eosin, toluidine blue), head, neck, hands, feet, genitalia, or any location with surgery directly involving muscle, cartilage, bone, tendon, major nerves, or vessels; each additional stage after the first stage, up to 5 tissue blocks (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Skin Growth Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal
    • Cancerous Mole Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Does Dr. Abuabara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abuabara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 934-7676 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abuabara accept in Mountain View, CA?

    Dr. Abuabara in Mountain View, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AgeWell

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Centene

    • Community Health Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Abuabara's office located?

    Dr. Fuad Abuabara's Primary Practice

    701 E El Camino Real

    Mountain View, CA 94040

    (650) 934-7676

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    Dr. Fuad Abuabara's Practice 2

    795 El Camino Real

    Palo Alto, CA 94301

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    Dr. Fuad Abuabara's Practice 3

    401 Old San Francisco Rd

    Sunnyvale, CA 94086

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

    Dr. Abuabara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164472890.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abuabara?

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

    What is Dr. Fuad Abuabara's specialty?

    Dr. Abuabara is a MOHS-Micrographic Surgeon near Mountain View, CA. Mohs Micrographic Surgery is conducted by specialized surgeons with expertise in dermatology and pathology. Their skills allow them to remove only diseased tissue while preserving healthy skin, minimizing cosmetic impact. Surgeons affiliated with the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) have completed at least one year of fellowship training at an ACMS-accredited institution in the U.S. Contact Dr. Abuabara to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Fuad Abuabara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Abuabara is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Fuad Abuabara accepting new patients in Mountain View, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Fuad Abuabara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fuad Abuabara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abuabara's office at (650) 934-7676 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Fuad Abuabara?

    Please contact Dr. Abuabara's office at (650) 934-7676 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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