32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shafii, Specialist in Fallbrook, CA?
Dr. Abbass Shafii, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Fallbrook, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shafii graduated from St George',s University and completed his residency at Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Gastroenterology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shafii is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shafii’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafii’s office at (719) 473-6115.
Where did Dr. Shafii go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: LSU Medical Center
Residency: Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Gastroenterology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine | Albany Medical Center
Medical School: St George',s University | St George',s University
Is Dr. Shafii board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Abbass Shafii, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shafii speak?
Dr. Shafii and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Shafii treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Shafii 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. Shafii. 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:
- 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:
- Colon Polyps
- History of Hyperplastic Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
- Past Hyperplastic Polyps
- Previous Non-Adenomatous Colon Polyps
- History of Benign Colon Growths
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
- Z860102: Personal history of hyperplastic colon polyps
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Colonic Polyps
- Digestive Disease
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
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:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Rectal Disorder
- Benign rectal tumor
- Rectal neoplasm
- Non-malignant rectal mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
Does Dr. Shafii accept my insurance?
Dr. Shafii accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 473-6115 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shafii accept in Fallbrook, CA?
Dr. Shafii in Fallbrook, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Inland Empire
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shafii's office located?
Dr. Abbass Shafii's Primary Practice
521 E Elder St Ste 104
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(719) 473-6115
What is Dr. Shafii's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shafii's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548218662.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafii?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafii
What is Dr. Abbass Shafii's specialty?
Dr. Shafii is a Specialist near Fallbrook, CA. Contact Dr. Shafii to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Abbass Shafii affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shafii is affiliated with Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Abbass Shafii accepting new patients in Fallbrook, CA?
Yes, Dr. Abbass Shafii is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abbass Shafii offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shafii's office at (719) 473-6115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abbass Shafii?
Please contact Dr. Shafii's office at (719) 473-6115 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abbass Shafii have?
Dr. Abbass Shafii is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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