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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. El Abbassi typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Long-term Bronchitis
- Persistent Bronchitis
- Inflamed Airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J42: Unspecified chronic bronchitis
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. El Abbassi typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Other Provider Networks
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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
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.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
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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