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Dr. Basim Abdelkarim, MD

Upland, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abdelkarim, Gastroenterologist in Upland, CA?

    Dr. Basim Abdelkarim, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Upland, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Abdelkarim graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Of California Irvine Medical Center. Dr. Abdelkarim is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdelkarim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdelkarim’s office at (909) 920-0444.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of California Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of California

    Is Dr. Abdelkarim board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Basim Abdelkarim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abdelkarim speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Abdelkarim treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Abdelkarim 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. Abdelkarim. 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:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids
    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    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:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Benign Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Disease
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous colon growth
    • Colon adenoma
    • Benign colon tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Abdelkarim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abdelkarim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 920-0444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abdelkarim accept in Upland, CA?

    Dr. Abdelkarim in Upland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Abdelkarim's office located?

    Dr. Basim Abdelkarim's Primary Practice

    1310 San Bernardino Rd Ste 103

    Upland, CA 91786

    (909) 920-0444

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    Dr. Basim Abdelkarim's Practice 2

    16850 Bear Valley Rd

    Victorville, CA 92395

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

    Dr. Abdelkarim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932217544.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdelkarim?

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

    What is Dr. Basim Abdelkarim's specialty?

    Dr. Abdelkarim is a Gastroenterologist near Upland, CA. 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. Abdelkarim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Basim Abdelkarim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abdelkarim is affiliated with San Antonio Regional Hospital, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Basim Abdelkarim accepting new patients in Upland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Basim Abdelkarim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Basim Abdelkarim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abdelkarim's office at (909) 920-0444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Basim Abdelkarim?

    Please contact Dr. Abdelkarim's office at (909) 920-0444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Basim Abdelkarim have?

    Dr. Basim Abdelkarim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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