Who is Dr. Abai, Vascular Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Babak Abai, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Dr. Abai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abai’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abai’s office at (215) 551-0360.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abai?
Dr. Babak Abai, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Abai empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Abdominal & Thoracic Aortic, Carotid Endarterectomy, Peripheral Vascular Disease, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Abai is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Abai board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Babak Abai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Abai speak?
Dr. Abai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Abai treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Abai 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. Abai. 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:
Peripheral Artery Disease
PVD
PAD
Poor Circulation in Legs
Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
End-Stage Kidney Disease
End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
Kidney Failure
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease
High Blood Pressure
ESRD
End-Stage Renal Failure
Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
N186: End stage renal disease
I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
Aortic Aneurysm
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
AAA
Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
Diabetes Complicationss
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
PAD from Diabetes
Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
Carotid Artery Disease
Carotid Stenosis
Blocked Carotid Artery
Neck Artery Disease
Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
After Surgery
Post-cardiac surgery care
Vascular surgery aftercare
Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
What procedures does Dr. Abai perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Abai 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. Abai. 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:
Selective Artery Catheter Placement
Artery Catheter Placement
Catheter Placement in Aorta
Arterial Catheterization
Vascular Catheter Placement
Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
Selective Arterial Catheterization
Diagnostic Artery Catheter
Abdominal Artery Catheter
Aortic catheterization
Aorta access procedure
Main artery catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
Also known as:
Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
AV fistula repair
Dialysis graft revision
Open AV fistula revision
CPT Codes:
36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
AV Fistula Surgery
Cimino Fistula
Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
AV Fistula Creation with Patient's Own Tissue
Autogenous AV Fistula
Dialysis Fistula Surgery
Arteriovenous Graft
Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
36825: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); autogenous graft
Also known as:
Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
Dialysis Access Graft
Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
Synthetic Graft for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)
Also known as:
Fistula Ligation or Banding
AV Fistula Closure
Fistula Banding
Angioaccess Revision
CPT Codes:
37607: Ligation or banding of angioaccess arteriovenous fistula
Also known as:
Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
Femoral Artery Angioplasty
Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
Dialysis Circuit Angiography
Fistula/Graft Evaluation
Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
36901: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report;
Also known as:
Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
Vein Closure Procedure
Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
Leg Artery Stent Placement
Femoral Artery Stenting
Popliteal Artery Stenting
Leg Artery Angioplasty
Endovascular Revascularization
CPT Codes:
37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
AV Fistula Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Leg Artery Angioplasty
Tibial Artery Angioplasty
Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Does Dr. Abai accept my insurance?
Dr. Abai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 551-0360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abai accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Abai in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Abai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780883371.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abai
What is Dr. Babak Abai's specialty?
Dr. Abai is a Vascular Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA.
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Abai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Babak Abai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abai is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital 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 Babak Abai accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Babak Abai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Babak Abai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abai's office at (215) 551-0360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Babak Abai?
Please contact Dr. Abai's office at (215) 551-0360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Babak Abai have?
Dr. Babak Abai is certified by the American Board of Surgery.