35 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sidhom, Gastroenterologist in Covina, CA?
Where did Dr. Sidhom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Internal Medicine; Grant Hosp Of Chicago, Internal Medicine | Grant Hospital of Chicago | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Sidhom board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Osama Sidhom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sidhom speak?
Dr. Sidhom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Arabic
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Sidhom typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sidhom 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. Sidhom. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Sidhom typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sidhom 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. Sidhom. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
- EGD with Polypectomy
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
- Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Sidhom accept my insurance?
Dr. Sidhom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 960-2326 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sidhom accept in Covina, CA?
Dr. Sidhom in Covina, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Greater Covina Medical Group
Heritage Health
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Positive Healthcare Partners
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sidhom's office located?
Dr. Osama Sidhom's Primary Practice
500 W San Bernardino Rd Ste B
Covina, CA 91722
(626) 960-2326
What hospitals are Dr. Sidhom affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Sidhom has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Sidhom's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sidhom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649238148.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sidhom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sidhom