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Dr. Reginald Abraham

Fountain Valley, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abraham, Thoracic Surgeon in Fountain Valley, CA?

    Dr. Reginald Abraham is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Abraham graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program. Dr. Abraham is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abraham’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abraham’s office at (714) 549-5990.

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

    • Residency: Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program

    • Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Abraham board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Reginald Abraham is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Abraham speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Abraham typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Abraham 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. Abraham. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Thymus Gland
    • Thymus hyperplasia
    • Overgrown thymus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E320: Persistent hyperplasia of thymus

    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:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Left Lung Cancer
    • Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Growth of unknown type in windpipe, airways, or lung
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Lung Disease
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Lung tumor of uncertain nature
    • Undetermined growth in respiratory tract
    • Tracheal or bronchial growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D381: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of trachea, bronchus and lung

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Abraham typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Abraham 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. Abraham. 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:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Heart bypass surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Arterial bypass graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

    Also known as:

    • Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
    • Endoscopy
    • Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
    • Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
    • Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
    • Vein Harvesting for CABG

    CPT Codes:

    • 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Left Atrial Appendage Closure (Open Heart)
    • LAA Exclusion Surgery
    • Left Atrial Appendage Ligation
    • Open Heart LAA Closure

    CPT Codes:

    • 33268: Exclusion of left atrial appendage, open, performed at the time of other sternotomy or thoracotomy procedure(s), any method (eg, excision, isolation via stapling, oversewing, ligation, plication, clip) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
    • Medication Implant Placement
    • Bioresorbable Drug Implant
    • Contraceptive Implant Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)

    Also known as:

    • Open Breastbone Fracture Repair
    • Sternum Fracture Surgery
    • Breastbone Fixation
    • Open Chest Bone Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 21825: Open treatment of sternum fracture with or without skeletal fixation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Tube Insertion (Open)
    • Thoracostomy Tube Placement
    • Open Chest Drain Insertion
    • Pleural Drainage Tube

    CPT Codes:

    • 32551: Tube thoracostomy, includes connection to drainage system (eg, water seal), when performed, open (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Thymectomy (Thymus Gland Removal)
    • Thymus removal surgery
    • Partial thymectomy
    • Total thymectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 60521: Thymectomy, partial or total; sternal split or transthoracic approach, without radical mediastinal dissection (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Abraham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abraham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 549-5990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abraham accept in Fountain Valley, CA?

    Dr. Abraham in Fountain Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Astiva Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Abraham's office located?

    Dr. Reginald Abraham's Primary Practice

    11100 Warner Ave Ste 258

    Fountain Valley, CA 92708

    (714) 549-5990

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

    Dr. Abraham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720042864.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abraham?

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

    What is Dr. Reginald Abraham's specialty?

    Dr. Abraham is a Thoracic Surgeon near Fountain Valley, CA.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is this Dr. Reginald Abraham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abraham is affiliated with Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Uci Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary 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

    When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Reginald Abraham accepting new patients in Fountain Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Reginald Abraham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Reginald Abraham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abraham's office at (714) 549-5990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Reginald Abraham?

    Please contact Dr. Abraham's office at (714) 549-5990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Reginald Abraham have?

    Dr. Reginald Abraham is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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