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Dr. Walid Ayoub, MD

Dr. Walid Ayoub, MD

Hepatologist, Gastroenterologist

Anaheim, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ayoub, Hepatologist in Anaheim, CA?

    Dr. Walid Ayoub, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Anaheim, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Ayoub completed his residency at VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System. Dr. Ayoub is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayoub’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayoub’s office at (714) 937-1338.

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

    • Fellowship: Cedars-Sinai | University of California, Los Angeles/Cedars-Sinai

    • Residency: VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System

    • Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ayoub speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Hepatologist like Dr. Ayoub typically treat?

    As a Hepatologist, Dr. Ayoub 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. Ayoub. 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:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
    • End-stage alcoholic liver disease
    • Severe alcoholic liver scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Unspecified high enzymes
    • Various enzyme abnormalities
    • Abnormal serum enzyme levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

    What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Ayoub typically perform?

    As a Hepatologist, Dr. Ayoub 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. Ayoub. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    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

    Does Dr. Ayoub accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ayoub accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 937-1338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ayoub accept in Anaheim, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ayoub's office located?

    Dr. Walid Ayoub's Primary Practice

    2400 E Katella Ave Ste 400

    Anaheim, CA 92806

    (714) 937-1338

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    Dr. Walid Ayoub's Practice 2

    202 N Euclid St

    Santa Ana, CA 92703

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    Dr. Walid Ayoub's Practice 3

    11800 Wilshire Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90025

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

    Dr. Ayoub's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073524211.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayoub?

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

    What is Dr. Walid Ayoub's specialty?

    Dr. Ayoub is a Hepatologist near Anaheim, CA.

    What does a Hepatologist do?

    Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case.

    Is Dr. Walid Ayoub affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ayoub is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Uci 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

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    Is Dr. Walid Ayoub accepting new patients in Anaheim, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Walid Ayoub is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walid Ayoub offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ayoub's office at (714) 937-1338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walid Ayoub?

    Please contact Dr. Ayoub's office at (714) 937-1338 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ayoub's office located?

    Dr. Ayoub's offices are located in Anaheim, CA, Santa Ana, CA, and Los Angeles, CA.