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Dr. Paul Ghattas, MD

Surgeon, Critical Care Internist

Abington, PA

Accepting patients

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 Medicare 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Ghattas typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Ghattas typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Independent Health Association

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Paul Ghattas' Practice 2

    1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

    Allentown, PA 18103

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    What is Dr. Ghattas's NPI number?A 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.

    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. 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 Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery 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 Dr. 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' office at (215) 887-3990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Ghattas?

    Please contact Dr. Ghattas' office at (215) 887-3990 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ghattas' office located?

    Dr. Ghattas' offices are located in Abington, PA and Allentown, PA.