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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 Medicare 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 a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Abbas typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Abbas typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
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
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:
- 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:
- 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Molina Healthcare
Parkland Health & Hospital System
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
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 Mckinney Hospital, Medical City Lewisville 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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