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Dr. Adel El Abbassi, MD

Dr. Adel El Abbassi, MD

Johnson City, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. El Abbassi, Pulmonologist in Johnson City, TN?

    Dr. Adel El Abbassi, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Johnson City, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. El Abbassi graduated from Beirut Arab University, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at East Tennessee State University Program. Dr. El Abbassi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Abbassi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Abbassi’s office.

    Where did Dr. El Abbassi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: East Tennessee State University Program

    • Medical School: Beirut Arab University, Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. El Abbassi board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Adel El Abbassi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. El Abbassi speak?

    Dr. El Abbassi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. El Abbassi treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. El Abbassi 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. El Abbassi. 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:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Drain Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Drain removal after surgery
    • Post-operative drain care
    • Changing surgical drains

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4803: Encounter for change or removal of drains

    What procedures does Dr. El Abbassi perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. El Abbassi 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. El Abbassi. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
    • Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
    • Lung Scope with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe

    Does Dr. El Abbassi accept my insurance?

    Dr. El Abbassi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. El Abbassi accept in Johnson City, TN?

    Dr. El Abbassi in Johnson City, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Moose International

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. El Abbassi's office located?

    Dr. Adel El Abbassi's Primary Practice

    400 N State of Franklin Rd Rm 2746

    Johnson City, TN 37604

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    Dr. Adel El Abbassi's Practice 2

    111 W Stone Dr Ste 110

    Kingsport, TN 37660

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    Dr. Adel El Abbassi's Practice 3

    1 Medical Park Blvd Ste 205E

    Bristol, TN 37620

    (423) 844-5520

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    What is Dr. El Abbassi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. El Abbassi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437346301.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Abbassi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Abbassi

    What is Dr. Adel El Abbassi's specialty?

    Dr. El Abbassi is a Pulmonologist near Johnson City, TN. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. El Abbassi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Adel El Abbassi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. El Abbassi is affiliated with Cookeville Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Adel El Abbassi accepting new patients in Johnson City, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Adel El Abbassi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Adel El Abbassi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. El Abbassi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Adel El Abbassi?

    Please contact Dr. El Abbassi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Adel El Abbassi have?

    Dr. Adel El Abbassi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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