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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taleban, Gastroenterologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Sasha Taleban, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Taleban is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taleban’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taleban’s office at (520) 694-8888.
Is Dr. Taleban board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Sasha Taleban, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Taleban speak?
Dr. Taleban and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Taleban treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Taleban 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. Taleban. 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:
- 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:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Ileitis
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
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
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Indeterminate Colitis
- Unclassified Colitis
- Colitis of Unknown Type
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K523: Indeterminate colitis
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Which procedures does Dr. Taleban perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sasha Taleban may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Taleban's office.
Does Dr. Taleban accept my insurance?
Dr. Taleban accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taleban accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Taleban in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Taleban's office located?
Dr. Sasha Taleban's Primary Practice
535 N Wilmot Rd Ste 101
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 694-8888
What is Dr. Taleban's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taleban's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720197577.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taleban?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taleban
What is Dr. Sasha Taleban's specialty?
Dr. Taleban is a Gastroenterologist near Tucson, AZ. 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. Taleban to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sasha Taleban affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taleban is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Sasha Taleban accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Sasha Taleban is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sasha Taleban offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taleban's office at (520) 694-8888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sasha Taleban?
Please contact Dr. Taleban's office at (520) 694-8888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sasha Taleban have?
Dr. Sasha Taleban is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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