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Dr. Kelechi Abanobi, MD

Thoracic Surgeon

Gardena, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abanobi, Thoracic Surgeon in Gardena, CA?

    Dr. Kelechi Abanobi, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Gardena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Abanobi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abanobi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abanobi’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Abanobi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Abanobi typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Abanobi 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. Abanobi. 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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Right lower lobe lung cancer
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer
    • Left lower lobe lung cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
    • C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Other Pneumothorax
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Collapsed lung
    • Lung collapse
    • Types of pneumothorax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9383: Other pneumothorax

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Abanobi typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Kelechi Abanobi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Abanobi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abanobi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abanobi accept in Gardena, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abanobi's office located?

    Dr. Kelechi Abanobi's Primary Practice

    18600 S Figueroa St

    Gardena, CA 90248

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    Div Of Cardiothoracic Surgery Ucla Sch Of Medicin

    10833 Le Conte Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Kelechi Abanobi's Practice 3

    25825 Vermont Ave

    Harbor City, CA 90710

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

    Dr. Abanobi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720236953.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abanobi?

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

    What is Dr. Kelechi Abanobi's specialty?

    Dr. Abanobi is a Thoracic Surgeon near Gardena, CA.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Kelechi Abanobi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abanobi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center 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 Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kelechi Abanobi accepting new patients in Gardena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kelechi Abanobi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kelechi Abanobi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abanobi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kelechi Abanobi?

    Please contact Dr. Abanobi's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abanobi's office located?

    Dr. Abanobi's offices are located in Gardena, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Harbor City, CA.