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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
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:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Ghattas perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ghattas 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. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
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)
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
State of Tennessee
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, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Redeemer Health 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 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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