Dr. Nahel Altaf Tunio, MD

Buffalo, NY

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Tunio, Gastroenterologist in Buffalo, NY?

Dr. Nahel Altaf Tunio, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tunio is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tunio’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tunio’s office at (716) 834-9200.

What languages does Dr. Tunio speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Tunio typically treat?

As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tunio 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. Tunio. 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

What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Tunio typically perform?

As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nahel Altaf Tunio may include:

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

Does Dr. Tunio accept my insurance?

Dr. Tunio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 834-9200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Tunio accept in Buffalo, NY?

Dr. Tunio in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
Summa Health

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Where is Dr. Tunio's office located?

Dr. Nahel Altaf Tunio's Primary Practice

462 Grider St

Buffalo, NY 14215

(716) 834-9200

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Dr. Nahel Altaf Tunio's Practice 2

3495 Bailey Ave

Buffalo, NY 14215

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What hospitals are Dr. Tunio affiliated with?

Dr. Tunio has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Ecmc Health Campus,Buffalo, NY

Buffalo Va Medical Center,Buffalo, NY

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

Dr. Tunio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275029266.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tunio?

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

What is Dr. Nahel Altaf Tunio's specialty?

Dr. Tunio is a Gastroenterologist near Buffalo, NY.

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 Dr. Nahel Altaf Tunio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Tunio is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ecmc Health Campus, Buffalo Va Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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