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Who is Dr. Ghattas, Surgeon in Abington, PA?
Dr. Paul Ghattas, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Abington, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ghattas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghattas’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghattas’s office at (215) 887-3990.
What languages does Dr. Ghattas speak?
Dr. Ghattas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ghattas treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ghattas 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. Ghattas. 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:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Broken Rib
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Fractured Rib
- Rib Break
- Costal Fracture
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2239XA: Fracture of one rib, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- Head Injury Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple rib fractures
- Rib cage injury
- Severe rib injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Oral dysphagia
- Trouble chewing and swallowing
- Difficulty moving food in mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Cholecystitis
- Inflamed gallbladder
- Gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Which procedures does Dr. Ghattas perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Ghattas may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ghattas' office.
Does Dr. Ghattas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghattas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 887-3990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghattas accept in Abington, PA?
Dr. Ghattas in Abington, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ghattas' office located?
Dr. Paul Ghattas' Primary Practice
1245 Highland Ave Ste 600
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 887-3990
What is Dr. Ghattas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghattas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962857599.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghattas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghattas
What is Dr. Paul Ghattas's specialty?
Dr. Ghattas is a Surgeon near Abington, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Ghattas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Ghattas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghattas is affiliated with Jefferson Abington Hospital 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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Is Paul Ghattas accepting new patients in Abington, PA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Ghattas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Ghattas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghattas's office at (215) 887-3990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Ghattas?
Please contact Dr. Ghattas's office at (215) 887-3990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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