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Dr. Peter Abt, MD

Dr. Peter Abt, MD

Transplant Surgeon, Surgeon

Allentown, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abt, Transplant Surgeon in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Peter Abt, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Abt graduated from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed his residency at University of Rochester Medical Center. He is a member of the International Liver Transplantation Society, International Pancreas & Islet Transplant Association, International Pediatric Transplant Association, The Transplantation Society, American Association for The Study of Liver Diseases, National Kidney Registry , Surgery Committee, Society of University Surgeons, Surgical Outcomes Club, and The Renal Network , Organ Procurement & Transplant Committee. Dr. Abt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abt’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abt’s office.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abt?

    Dr. Peter Abt, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Abt empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Liver Surgery, Transplant-Kidney-Adult & Pediatric, Transplant-Liver-Adult & Pediatric, Transplant-Pancreas, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Allentown, PA community, Dr. Abt is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Fellow, Solid Organ Transplantation - Division of Transplant Surgery, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA

    • Residency: University of Rochester Medical Center

    • Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

    Is Dr. Abt board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Abt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 2002

    What languages does Dr. Abt speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Abt typically treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Abt 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. Abt. 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant Aftercare
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Liver Transplant
    • Post-liver transplant care
    • Liver recipient follow-up
    • Liver transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Abt typically perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Abt 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. Abt. 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:

    • Liver Transplant Surgery
    • Orthotopic liver transplant
    • Cadaveric liver transplant
    • Living donor liver transplant
    • Liver replacement surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47135: Liver allotransplantation, orthotopic, partial or whole, from cadaver or living donor, any age

    Also known as:

    • Living Donor Kidney Removal (Laparoscopic)
    • Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy
    • Keyhole kidney removal for donation
    • Minimally invasive kidney donation surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 50547: Laparoscopy, surgical; donor nephrectomy (including cold preservation), from living donor

    Does Dr. Abt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abt 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. Abt accept in Allentown, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Abt's office located?

    110 Gi Transplant Surgery Lv

    1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 110

    Allentown, PA 18104

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    Transplant Eval Lgh

    554 N Duke St Fl 3

    Lancaster, PA 17602

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    Dr. Peter Abt's Practice 3

    3400 Spruce St

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of International Liver Transplantation Society

    • Member of International Pancreas & Islet Transplant Association

    • Member of International Pediatric Transplant Association

    • Member of The Transplantation Society

    • Member of American Association for The Study of Liver Diseases

    • Member of National Kidney Registry , Surgery Committee

    • Member of Society of University Surgeons

    • Member of Surgical Outcomes Club

    • Member of The Renal Network , Organ Procurement & Transplant Committee

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

    Dr. Abt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649206590.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abt?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Abt's specialty?

    Dr. Abt is a Transplant Surgeon near Allentown, PA.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.

    Is Dr. Peter Abt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abt is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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 Dr. Peter Abt accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Abt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Abt offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Peter Abt?

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

    Where is Dr. Abt's office located?

    Dr. Abt's offices are located in Allentown, PA, Lancaster, PA, and Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Abt have?

    Dr. Peter Abt is certified by the American Board of Surgery.