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Dr. Ariel Aballay, MD

Surgeon

Pittsburgh, PA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aballay, Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Ariel Aballay, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Aballay graduated from Tbilisi National University 'Gaenati' and completed his residency at PCOM/Pennsylvania Hospital Program. Dr. Aballay is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aballay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aballay’s office at (412) 578-1448.

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

    • Residency: PCOM/Pennsylvania Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Universidad National De Cordoba-Argentina | Universidad Nacional De Cordoba, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas | Tbilisi National University 'Gaenati'

    Is Dr. Aballay board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ariel Aballay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Aballay speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Aballay typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Aballay 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. Aballay. 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:

    • General Burn Injury
    • Second-Degree Burn on Head, Face, or Neck
    • Burns
    • Thermal Injury
    • Fire Burn
    • Scald Injury
    • Thermal injury
    • Heat burn
    • Skin burn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T300: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree
    • T2020XA: Burn of second degree of head, face, and neck, unspecified site, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
    • Acne Inversa
    • Verneuil's Disease
    • HS Skin Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Aballay typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Aballay 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. Aballay. 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:

    • Small Burn Treatment
    • Burns
    • Partial-Thickness Burn Care
    • Burn Debridement
    • Minor Burn Dressing
    • Small Burn Wound Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)

    Also known as:

    • Medium Partial-Thickness Burn Care
    • Burns
    • Burn wound dressing
    • Debridement of burns
    • Second-degree burn treatment
    • Burn care for face/extremity

    CPT Codes:

    • 16025: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; medium (eg, whole face or whole extremity, or 5% to 10% total body surface area)

    Also known as:

    • Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
    • Surgery
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Does Dr. Aballay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aballay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 578-1448 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aballay accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of West Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Aballay's office located?

    Dr. Ariel Aballay's Primary Practice

    4800 Friendship Ave

    Pittsburgh, PA 15224

    (412) 578-1448

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    What hospitals are Dr. Aballay affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Aballay has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    West Penn Hospital,Pittsburgh, PA
    Whitesburg Arh Hospital,Whitesburg, KY
    Tenor Health Foundation Sharon, Llc,Sharon, PA

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

    Dr. Aballay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487671814.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aballay?

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

    What is Dr. Ariel Aballay's specialty?

    Dr. Aballay is a Surgeon near Pittsburgh, PA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Ariel Aballay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aballay is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital, Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial 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 Dr. Ariel Aballay accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Ariel Aballay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ariel Aballay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aballay's office at (412) 578-1448 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ariel Aballay?

    Please contact Dr. Aballay's office at (412) 578-1448 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Aballay's office located?

    Dr. Aballay's office is located in Pittsburgh, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ariel Aballay have?

    Dr. Ariel Aballay is certified by the American Board of Surgery.