27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Ghazzawy, Surgeon in Bellevue, WA?
Dr. Adel El-Ghazzawy, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bellevue, WA. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. El-Ghazzawy graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain and completed his residency at St Louis University Group of Hospitals Program. Dr. El-Ghazzawy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Ghazzawy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Ghazzawy’s office at (425) 688-1916.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. El-Ghazzawy?
Dr. Adel El-Ghazzawy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. El-Ghazzawy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, General Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bellevue/WA community, Dr. El-Ghazzawy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. El-Ghazzawy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Louis University Group of Hospitals Program
Medical School: University of Wales in Great Britain
What languages does Dr. El-Ghazzawy speak?
Dr. El-Ghazzawy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. El-Ghazzawy treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. El-Ghazzawy 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-Ghazzawy. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
- Incisional Hernia with Blockage
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
What procedures does Dr. El-Ghazzawy perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. El-Ghazzawy 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-Ghazzawy. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
- Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Repair of Trapped Hernia
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty
- Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Incarcerated Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic incarcerated hernia repair
- Strangulated hernia laparoscopic surgery
- Keyhole surgery for trapped hernia
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia
- 49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated
- 49653: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair, ventral, umbilical, spigelian or epigastric hernia (includes mesh insertion, when performed); incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck/Chest)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Back Tumor Removal
- Flank Tumor Surgery
- Intramuscular Tumor Excision
- Neck soft tissue tumor removal
- Chest wall tumor excision
- Subfascial tumor removal
- Large intramuscular tumor surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21933: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 21554: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Large Tumor Removal from Shoulder
- Removing a Small Lump from Upper Arm or Elbow
- Shoulder Tumor Excision (Deep)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery (Shoulder)
- Intramuscular Shoulder Tumor Removal
- Shoulder Mass Excision
- Arm Tumor Excision
- Elbow Lump Removal
- Subcutaneous Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 23073: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of shoulder area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 24075: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of upper arm or elbow area, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal (Large)
CPT Codes:
- 11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
- Abscess Aspiration
- Cyst Drainage
- Hematoma Puncture
- Bulla Aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Large Malignant Growth Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
- Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
- Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
- Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)
CPT Codes:
- 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk
Does Dr. El-Ghazzawy accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Ghazzawy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 688-1916 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Ghazzawy accept in Bellevue, WA?
Dr. El-Ghazzawy in Bellevue, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EDS
Medicare
MedImpact
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El-Ghazzawy's office located?
Dr. Adel El-Ghazzawy's Primary Practice
1231 116th Ave NE Ste 535
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 688-1916
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
What is Dr. El-Ghazzawy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Ghazzawy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922076520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Ghazzawy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Ghazzawy
What is Dr. Adel El-Ghazzawy's specialty?
Dr. El-Ghazzawy is a Surgeon near Bellevue, WA. 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. Contact Dr. El-Ghazzawy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Adel El-Ghazzawy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Ghazzawy is affiliated with Overlake Hospital 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-Ghazzawy accepting new patients in Bellevue, WA?
Yes, Dr. Adel El-Ghazzawy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adel El-Ghazzawy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Ghazzawy's office at (425) 688-1916 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adel El-Ghazzawy?
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