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Dr. Paulette Abbas, MD

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abbas, Pediatric Surgeon in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Paulette Abbas, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Abbas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abbas’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abbas’s office at (214) 483-9300.

    What languages does Dr. Abbas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Abbas treat?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Abbas 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. Abbas. 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:

    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Anal Birth Defect
    • Anal Disorder
    • Birth Defects
    • Imperforate Anus
    • Congenital Anal Atresia
    • Blocked Anus at Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q423: Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of anus without fistula

    What procedures does Dr. Abbas perform?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Abbas 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. Abbas. 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:

    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
    • Keyhole Stomach Opening
    • Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
    • Stamm Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Small Intestine Removal with Ostomy
    • Intestine Ostomy Closure
    • Small Bowel Resection with Enterostomy
    • Intestine Removal and Stoma Creation
    • Enterectomy with Ostomy
    • Stoma Reversal Surgery
    • Enterostomy Take-Down
    • Bowel Ostomy Closure

    CPT Codes:

    • 44125: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; with enterostomy
    • 44625: Closure of enterostomy, large or small intestine; with resection and anastomosis other than colorectal

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
    • Exploratory Laparoscopy
    • Abdominal Scope
    • Peritoneal Biopsy
    • Omentum Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Drainage of Abdominal Abscess
    • Peritoneal Abscess Drainage
    • Abdominal Infection Drainage
    • Open Peritonitis Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 49020: Drainage of peritoneal abscess or localized peritonitis, exclusive of appendiceal abscess, open

    Also known as:

    • Omphalocele or Gastroschisis Repair
    • Congenital Abdominal Wall Defect Repair
    • Newborn Abdominal Surgery
    • Omphalocele Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49605: Repair of large omphalocele or gastroschisis; with or without prosthesis

    Also known as:

    • Open Gastrostomy (Feeding Tube Placement)
    • Stamm Gastrostomy
    • Surgical Feeding Tube Placement
    • Open Stomach Opening Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 43830: Gastrostomy, Open; Without Construction Of Gastric Tube (Eg, Stamm Procedure) (Separate Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Pilonidal Cyst Removal
    • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
    • Tailbone Cyst Surgery
    • Sacrococcygeal Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11771: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; extensive

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Toenail Removal
    • Nail Matrix Excision
    • Permanent Nail Removal
    • Deformed Nail Surgery
    • Toenail Avulsion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Children under 5)
    • Tunneled Central Line Placement
    • Pediatric Central Venous Access
    • IV Line for Young Children
    • Central Line for Kids

    CPT Codes:

    • 36557: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; younger than 5 years of age

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
    • Adult Circumcision
    • Childhood Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal Surgery
    • Non-Clamp Circumcision

    CPT Codes:

    • 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age

    Does Dr. Abbas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abbas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 483-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abbas accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Abbas in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • California Foundation for Medical Care

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • Parkland Community Health Plan

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Abbas' office located?

    Dr. Paulette Abbas' Primary Practice

    12200 Park Central Dr Ste 400

    Dallas, TX 75251

    (214) 483-9300

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    Dr. Paulette Abbas' Practice 2

    1005 W Ralph Hall Pkwy Ste 125

    Rockwall, TX 75032

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

    Dr. Abbas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982997011.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abbas?

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

    What is Dr. Paulette Abbas's specialty?

    Dr. Abbas is a Pediatric Surgeon near Dallas, TX. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Abbas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paulette Abbas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abbas is affiliated with Medical City Dallas Hospital, Medical City Plano Hospital, Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Medical City Lewisville Hospital, Medical City McKinney 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 Paulette Abbas accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Paulette Abbas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paulette Abbas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abbas's office at (214) 483-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paulette Abbas?

    Please contact Dr. Abbas's office at (214) 483-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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