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Who is Dr. Abi Fadel, Pulmonologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Francois Abi Fadel, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Abi Fadel graduated from UniversitÈ Joseph Lafortune. Dr. Abi Fadel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abi Fadel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abi Fadel’s office.
Where did Dr. Abi Fadel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UniversitÈ Joseph Lafortune
What languages does Dr. Abi Fadel speak?
Dr. Abi Fadel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Abi Fadel treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Abi Fadel 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. Abi Fadel. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
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
What procedures does Dr. Abi Fadel perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Abi Fadel 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. Abi Fadel. 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:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Abi Fadel accept my insurance?
Dr. Abi Fadel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abi Fadel accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Abi Fadel in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthNow New York
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independent Health
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abi Fadel's office located?
What is Dr. Abi Fadel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abi Fadel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003051715.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abi Fadel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abi Fadel
What is Dr. Francois Abi Fadel's specialty?
Dr. Abi Fadel is a Pulmonologist near Buffalo, NY. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Abi Fadel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francois Abi Fadel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abi Fadel is affiliated with Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Olean General Hospital, Warren General 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 Francois Abi Fadel accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Francois Abi Fadel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francois Abi Fadel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abi Fadel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francois Abi Fadel?
Please contact Dr. Abi Fadel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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