Dr. Gifty Abraham, MD

Maywood, IL

Accepting patients

Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Abraham, Surgeon in Maywood, IL?

Dr. Gifty Abraham, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Maywood, IL. Dr. Abraham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abraham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abraham’s office at (708) 216-9000.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abraham?

Dr. Gifty Abraham, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Abraham empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in General Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Maywood, IL community, Dr. Abraham is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

What languages does Dr. Abraham speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

As a Surgeon, Dr. Abraham 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. Abraham. 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:

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:

Cancer Follow-up Exam
Cancer
Post-cancer treatment checkup
Malignancy surveillance
Oncology follow-up

ICD-10 Codes:

Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

Also known as:

Breast Cancer
Mammary cancer
Breast carcinoma
Breast tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

Also known as:

Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Gallbladder stones
Biliary calculi

ICD-10 Codes:

K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

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

As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Gifty Abraham may include:

Please contact Dr. Abraham's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Abraham accept my insurance?

Dr. Abraham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 216-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Abraham accept in Maywood, IL?

Dr. Abraham in Maywood, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois

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Where is Dr. Abraham's office located?

Dr. Gifty Abraham also offers virtual visits

Dr. Gifty Abraham's Primary Practice

2160 S 1st Ave

Maywood, IL 60153

(708) 216-9000

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What hospitals are Dr. Abraham affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Abraham has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Loyola University Medical Center,Maywood, IL

Ranked Mastectomy

Gottlieb Memorial Hospital,Melrose Park, IL

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

Dr. Abraham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881039279.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abraham?

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

What is Dr. Gifty Abraham's specialty?

Dr. Abraham is a Surgeon near Maywood, IL.

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. Gifty Abraham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Abraham is affiliated with Loyola University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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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