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Dr. Frederick Askari, MD, PHD

Ann Arbor, MI

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Askari, Gastroenterologist in Ann Arbor, MI?

    Dr. Frederick Askari, MD, PHD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Askari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Askari’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Askari’s office at (313) 647-3200.

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

      What languages does Dr. Askari speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Askari treat?

      As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Askari 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. Askari. 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:

      • Liver Transplant
      • Liver Transplantation
      • Hepatic Transplant
      • Liver Graft
      • New Liver

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z944: Liver transplant status

      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:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E8301: Wilson's disease

      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:

      • 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:

      • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
      • Blood
      • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
      • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
      • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

      What procedures does Dr. Askari perform?

      As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Askari 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. Askari. 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
      • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
      • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
      • Colonoscopy
      • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
      • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
      • Colon Polyp Removal
      • Colorectal Lesion Excision
      • Flexible Colonoscopy
      • Colon Biopsy
      • Large Intestine Scope
      • Colorectal Cancer Screening
      • Colon Exam with Biopsy
      • Lower Endoscopy
      • Colon Cancer Screening

      CPT Codes:

      • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
      • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
      • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
      • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
      • Colonoscopy with Injections
      • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
      • Upper Endoscopy with Injections
      • Colonoscopy
      • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
      • EGD with Band Ligation
      • Esophageal Varices Banding
      • Gastric Varices Treatment
      • EGD with Biopsy
      • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
      • Upper GI Endoscopy
      • Stomach Scope with Sample
      • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
      • Colon Scope with Medication
      • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
      • Esophageal Dilation
      • EGD with Dilation
      • Upper Endoscopy with Widening
      • EGD with Submucosal Injections
      • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Injections
      • Stomach Scope with Medication

      CPT Codes:

      • 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
      • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
      • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
      • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
      • 43236: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance

      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:

      • 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 Polyp Removal
      • EGD with Polypectomy
      • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
      • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision

      CPT Codes:

      • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

      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:

      • Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
      • Thoracentesis
      • Pleural Fluid Aspiration
      • Lung Tap
      • Fluid Drainage from Chest

      CPT Codes:

      • 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance

      Does Dr. Askari accept my insurance?

      Dr. Askari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 647-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Askari accept in Ann Arbor, MI?

      Dr. Askari in Ann Arbor, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

      • California Foundation for Medical Care

      • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

      • Citizens Rx

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • Spectrum / Priority Health

      • State of Tennessee

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Askari's office located?

      Dr. Frederick Askari's Primary Practice

      1500 E Medical Center Dr

      Ann Arbor, MI 48109

      (313) 647-3200

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      Dr. Frederick Askari's Practice 2

      4270 Plymouth Rd

      Ann Arbor, MI 48109

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      Dr. Frederick Askari's Practice 3

      7500 Challis Rd

      Brighton, MI 48116

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

      Dr. Askari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689756108.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Askari?

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

      What is Dr. Frederick Askari's specialty?

      Dr. Askari is a Gastroenterologist near Ann Arbor, MI. 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. Contact Dr. Askari to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Frederick Askari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Askari is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Munson Medical Center, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital 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 Frederick Askari accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?

      Yes, Dr. Frederick Askari is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Frederick Askari offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Askari's office at (313) 647-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Frederick Askari?

      Please contact Dr. Askari's office at (313) 647-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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