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Who is Dr. Elgazzaz, Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Galal Elgazzaz, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Elgazzaz is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elgazzaz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elgazzaz’s office at (954) 831-2763.
What languages does Dr. Elgazzaz speak?
Dr. Elgazzaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Elgazzaz typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Elgazzaz 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. Elgazzaz. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Elgazzaz typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Elgazzaz 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. Elgazzaz. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Needle Liver Biopsy (During Other Surgery)
- Open Pancreas Biopsy
- Concurrent Liver Biopsy
- Intraoperative Liver Biopsy
- Liver Tissue Sample During Surgery
- Liver Needle Biopsy
- Pancreatic Biopsy
- Surgical Pancreas Biopsy
- Pancreas Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 47001: Biopsy of liver, needle; when done for indicated purpose at time of other major procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 48100: Biopsy of pancreas, open (eg, fine needle aspiration, needle core biopsy, wedge biopsy)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Open Liver Biopsy (Wedge)
- Wedge Liver Biopsy
- Surgical Liver Biopsy
- Liver Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 47100: Biopsy of liver, wedge
Also known as:
- Partial Liver Removal Surgery
- Partial Hepatectomy
- Liver Lobectomy
- Liver Resection
CPT Codes:
- 47120: Hepatectomy, resection of liver; partial lobectomy
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Tumor Removal
- Extrahepatic Bile Duct Excision
- Bile Duct Tumor Resection
- Cholangiocarcinoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47711: Excision of bile duct tumor, with or without primary repair of bile duct; extrahepatic
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy
- Gallbladder Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
CPT Codes:
- 47600: Cholecystectomy;
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Lavage (Abdominal Fluid Wash)
- Diagnostic Peritoneal Lavage
- Abdominal Fluid Sampling
- Belly Wash Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 49084: Peritoneal lavage, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Elgazzaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Elgazzaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 831-2763 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elgazzaz accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Elgazzaz in Fort Lauderdale, FL 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)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elgazzaz's office located?
Dr. Galal Elgazzaz's Primary Practice
1600 S Andrews Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 831-2763
What is Dr. Elgazzaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elgazzaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861740672.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elgazzaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elgazzaz
What is Dr. Galal Elgazzaz's specialty?
Dr. Elgazzaz is a Surgeon near Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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 this Dr. Galal Elgazzaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elgazzaz is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Broward Health Coral Springs 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 Galal Elgazzaz accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Galal Elgazzaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Galal Elgazzaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elgazzaz's office at (954) 831-2763 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Galal Elgazzaz?
Please contact Dr. Elgazzaz's office at (954) 831-2763 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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