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Who is Dr. Dossa, Surgeon in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Avafia Dossa, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dossa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dossa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dossa’s office at (817) 250-7030.
What languages does Dr. Dossa speak?
Dr. Dossa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dossa treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Dossa 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. Dossa. 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
- 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
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
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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Biliary Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Gallstone Pancreatitis
- Bile Duct Related Pancreatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8510: Biliary acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Dossa perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Avafia Dossa 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. Dossa's office.
Does Dr. Dossa accept my insurance?
Dr. Dossa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 250-7030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dossa accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Dossa in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dossa's office located?
Dr. Avafia Dossa's Primary Practice
1325 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 690
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 250-7030
Dr. Avafia Dossa's Practice 2
7121 S Padre Island Dr Ste 106
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
(361) 244-0137
What is Dr. Dossa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dossa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356668958.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dossa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dossa
What is Dr. Avafia Dossa's specialty?
Dr. Dossa is a Surgeon near Fort Worth, TX. 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. Dossa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Avafia Dossa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dossa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Avafia Dossa accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Avafia Dossa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Avafia Dossa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dossa's office at (817) 250-7030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Avafia Dossa?
Please contact Dr. Dossa's office at (817) 250-7030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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