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Dr. Rima Fawaz, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Gastroenterologist

New Haven, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fawaz, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in New Haven, CT?

    Dr. Rima Fawaz, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fawaz is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fawaz’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fawaz’s office.
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    Castle Connolly Top Doctor

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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fawaz?

    Dr. Rima Fawaz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fawaz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant Medicine-Liver, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Haven, CT community, Dr. Fawaz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Fawaz speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fawaz typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fawaz 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. Fawaz. 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 Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    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

    Also known as:

    • Wilson Disease
    • Wilson's Syndrome
    • Hepatolenticular Degeneration
    • Copper Storage Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8301: Wilson's disease

    What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Fawaz typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rima Fawaz may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fawaz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fawaz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fawaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fawaz accept in New Haven, CT?

    Dr. Fawaz in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fawaz's office located?

    Dr. Rima Fawaz's Primary Practice

    800 Howard Ave

    New Haven, CT 06519

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    Dr. Rima Fawaz's Practice 2

    333 Cedar St

    New Haven, CT 06510

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    What hospitals are Dr. Fawaz affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Fawaz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Yale New Haven Children's Hospital,New Haven, CT

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

    Dr. Fawaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215918123.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fawaz?

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

    What is Dr. Rima Fawaz's specialty?

    Dr. Fawaz is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near New Haven, CT.

    What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.

    Is Dr. Rima Fawaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fawaz is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital, York Street Campus 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

    When to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist. 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 Dr. Rima Fawaz accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Rima Fawaz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rima Fawaz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fawaz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rima Fawaz?

    Please contact Dr. Fawaz's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fawaz's office located?

    Dr. Fawaz's office is located in New Haven, CT.