Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shaikh, Specialist in Du Bois, PA?
Dr. Obaid Shaikh is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Du Bois, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shaikh graduated from Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan. Dr. Shaikh is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shaikh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shaikh’s office.
Where did Dr. Shaikh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College
What languages does Dr. Shaikh speak?
Dr. Shaikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Shaikh treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Shaikh 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. Shaikh. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
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:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
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:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
What procedures does Dr. Shaikh perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Shaikh 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. Shaikh. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; 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)
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. Shaikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Shaikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shaikh accept in Du Bois, PA?
Dr. Shaikh in Du Bois, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Shaikh's office located?
What is Dr. Shaikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shaikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184699001.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shaikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shaikh
What is Dr. Obaid Shaikh's specialty?
Dr. Shaikh is a Specialist near Du Bois, PA. Contact Dr. Shaikh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Obaid Shaikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shaikh is affiliated with Heritage Valley Beaver, Butler Memorial Hospital, UPMC Washington, ACMH Hospital, UPMC Passavant-McCandless, Indiana Regional 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 Obaid Shaikh accepting new patients in Du Bois, PA?
Yes, Dr. Obaid Shaikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Obaid Shaikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Obaid Shaikh?
Please contact Dr. Shaikh's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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