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Dr. Lynn Abell, MD

Dr. Lynn Abell, MD

Surgeon

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abell, Surgeon in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Lynn Abell, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Abell graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed her residency at George Washington University Medical Center. Dr. Abell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abell’s office at (202) 715-4750.

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

    • Fellowship: The George Washington University

    • Residency: George Washington University Medical Center

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    Is Dr. Abell board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Lynn Abell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Abell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Abell typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Abell 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. Abell. 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 Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Abell typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Abell 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. Abell. 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:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Does Dr. Abell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 715-4750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abell accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Abell in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abell's office located?

    Dr. Lynn Abell's Primary Practice

    900 23rd St NW

    Washington, DC 20037

    (202) 715-4750

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    Dr. Lynn Abell's Practice 2

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20037

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

    Dr. Abell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770525081.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abell?

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

    What is Dr. Lynn Abell's specialty?

    Dr. Abell is a Surgeon near Washington, DC.

    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 Dr. Lynn Abell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abell is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Calverthealth Medical Center 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 Dr. Lynn Abell accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Lynn Abell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lynn Abell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abell's office at (202) 715-4750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lynn Abell?

    Please contact Dr. Abell's office at (202) 715-4750 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abell's office located?

    Dr. Abell's office is located in Washington, DC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lynn Abell have?

    Dr. Lynn Abell is certified by the American Board of Surgery.