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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gaal, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Austin Gaal is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gaal is fluent in English, Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Persian, Polish, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, Russian, Spanish, Tamil, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaal’s office.
What languages does Dr. Gaal speak?
Dr. Gaal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Hindi
Korean
Persian
Polish
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
Russian
Spanish
Tamil
Telugu
What conditions does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Gaal typically treat?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Gaal 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. Gaal. 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:
- Oral Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dental surgery aftercare
- Post-oral cavity surgery care
- Mouth surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48814: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the teeth or oral cavity
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
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:
- TMJ Joint Pain
- Bilateral TMJ Joint Pain
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- Jaw joint pain
- TMJ pain
- Temporomandibular arthralgia
- Both side jaw joint pain
- Bilateral TMJ pain
- Both side temporomandibular arthralgia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M26629: Arthralgia of temporomandibular joint, unspecified side
- M26623: Arthralgia of bilateral temporomandibular joint
Also known as:
- Mouth Infection
- Abscess
- Cellulitis
- Mouth Disorder
- Oral Abscess
- Mouth Cellulitis
- Dental Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- K122: Cellulitis and abscess of mouth
Also known as:
- Unspecified TMJ Disorder
- Temporomandibular Disorder
- TMD (Temporomandibular Disorder)
- TMD
- Jaw joint pain (unspecified)
- Temporomandibular dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M26609: Unspecified temporomandibular joint disorder, unspecified side
Also known as:
- Inflamed Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Jaw Inflammation
- Jaw Bone Infection
- Jaw Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- M272: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
Also known as:
- Underdeveloped Upper Jaw
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Small upper jaw
- Maxillary undergrowth
- Maxillary hypoplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2602: Maxillary hypoplasia
What procedures does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Gaal typically perform?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Gaal 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. Gaal. 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:
- Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Buried wire removal
- Pin removal surgery
- Rod removal (superficial)
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Jaw Fracture Repair
- Mandible Fracture Repair
- Broken Jaw Surgery
- Jaw Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21462: Open treatment of mandibular fracture; with interdental fixation
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Broken Jaw Repair with Wires (Closed Treatment)
- Mandibular Fracture Fixation
- Jaw Wiring for Fracture
- Non-Surgical Jaw Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 21453: Closed treatment of mandibular fracture with interdental fixation
Also known as:
- Partial Jawbone Reconstruction with Implant
- Mandible Reconstruction with Implant
- Maxilla Reconstruction with Implant
- Jaw Implant Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21248: Reconstruction of mandible or maxilla, endosteal implant (eg, blade, cylinder); partial
Also known as:
- Mouth Vestibule Biopsy
- Lip Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Oral Vestibule Biopsy
- Inner Lip Biopsy
- Mouth Lining Biopsy
- Lip Tissue Sample
- Oral Biopsy (Lip)
- Lip Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 40808: Biopsy, vestibule of mouth
- 40490: Biopsy of lip
Does Dr. Gaal accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaal 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. Gaal accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Gaal in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gaal's office located?
What is Dr. Gaal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366867285.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaal
What is Dr. Austin Gaal's specialty?
Dr. Gaal is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Seattle, WA.
What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery.
Is this Dr. Austin Gaal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gaal is affiliated with Harbor Regional Health Community Hospital, Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Austin Gaal accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Austin Gaal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Austin Gaal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gaal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Austin Gaal?
Please contact Dr. Gaal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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