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Dr. Rukaiya Bashir Hamidu, MD
Salisbury, MD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bashir Hamidu, Gastroenterologist in Salisbury, MD?
Dr. Rukaiya Bashir Hamidu, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Salisbury, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bashir Hamidu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bashir Hamidu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bashir Hamidu’s office at (215) 955-2516.
What languages does Dr. Bashir Hamidu speak?
Dr. Bashir Hamidu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bashir Hamidu typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bashir Hamidu 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. Bashir Hamidu. 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:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bashir Hamidu typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bashir Hamidu 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. Bashir Hamidu. 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 Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 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)
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Bashir Hamidu accept my insurance?
Dr. Bashir Hamidu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-2516 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bashir Hamidu accept in Salisbury, MD?
Dr. Bashir Hamidu in Salisbury, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bashir Hamidu's office located?
Dr. Rukaiya Bashir Hamidu's Primary Practice
100 E Carroll St
Salisbury, MD 21801
(215) 955-2516
What is Dr. Bashir Hamidu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bashir Hamidu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265928238.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bashir Hamidu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bashir Hamidu
What is Dr. Rukaiya Bashir Hamidu's specialty?
Dr. Bashir Hamidu is a Gastroenterologist near Salisbury, MD.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Rukaiya Bashir Hamidu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bashir Hamidu is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Tidalhealth Nanticoke 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 Rukaiya Bashir Hamidu accepting new patients in Salisbury, MD?
Yes, Dr. Rukaiya Bashir Hamidu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rukaiya Bashir Hamidu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bashir Hamidu's office at (215) 955-2516 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rukaiya Bashir Hamidu?
Please contact Dr. Bashir Hamidu's office at (215) 955-2516 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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