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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tufail, Gastroenterologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Kashif Tufail, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Tufail is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tufail’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tufail’s office at (215) 333-1776.
Where did Dr. Tufail go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan
Is Dr. Tufail board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Kashif Tufail, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tufail speak?
Dr. Tufail and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tufail treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tufail 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. Tufail. 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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of 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
What procedures does Dr. Tufail perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Tufail 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. Tufail. 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 Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Hemostasis
- Colonoscopy for Bleeding
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 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)
- 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
- EGD with Band Ligation
- Esophageal Varices Banding
- Gastric Varices Treatment
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
- 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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:
- Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
- EGD with Bleeding Control
- Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
- Gastric Bleeding Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method
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
Does Dr. Tufail accept my insurance?
Dr. Tufail accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 333-1776 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tufail accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Tufail in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
The Shelter Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Tufail's office located?
Dr. Kashif Tufail's Primary Practice
2000 Grant Ave Ste 103
Philadelphia, PA 19115
(215) 333-1776
What is Dr. Tufail's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tufail's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164523908.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tufail?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tufail
What is Dr. Kashif Tufail's specialty?
Dr. Tufail is a Gastroenterologist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Tufail to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kashif Tufail affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tufail is affiliated with Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Fox Chase Cancer 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 Kashif Tufail accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kashif Tufail is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kashif Tufail offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tufail's office at (215) 333-1776 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kashif Tufail?
Please contact Dr. Tufail's office at (215) 333-1776 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kashif Tufail have?
Dr. Kashif Tufail is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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