Dr. Benjamin Abbadessa, MD
Dr. Benjamin Abbadessa, MD
Offers telehealth
Overview
Dr. Benjamin Abbadessa, MD works in San Diego, CA as
They are board certified in
This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.
Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.
Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.
Patients said the staff was friendly.
Patients said scheduling was easy.
Insurance Accepted
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UC Resident and Fellows-CA PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
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HealthyBlue Advantage
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Curative EPOCurative PPOCurative PPO Plus
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Choice Care PPO
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MultiPlan PPO
Locations
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UC San Diego200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
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Office200 W Arbor Dr Fl 1, San Diego, CA 92103
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UCSD Heath Care3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093
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Office4303 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 2110, San Diego, CA 92122
Patient Satisfaction
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Abbadessa is the most thoughtful and caring colorectal doctor you will ever find. I actually cried when I learned he had left NYC. I’m still not over it.
About Me
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Education
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State University of New York Upstate Medical University Norton College of Medicine
2008
Board Certifications
- Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
Internship
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Beth Israel Medical Center - Petrie Campus
2009
Residency
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Beth Israel Med Ctr-Albert Einstein
2013
Fellowship
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Cleveland Clinic Florida
2014
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Benjamin Abbadessa, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.
Dr. Abbadessa accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Abbadessa's office to make an appointment.
Dr. Abbadessa accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Abbadessa accepts here.
Dr. Abbadessa's office is located at 200 W Arbor Dr San Diego, CA 92103.
Dr. Abbadessa frequently sees patients for
Dr. Abbadessa has a star rating of 4.2/5 and has been reviewed 9 times.
Dr. Abbadessa is board certified in
Dr. Abbadessa has been practicing as a Colorectal Surgeon for 16 years.
Hospital Affiliations
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