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Who is Dr. Kassamali, Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Farah Kassamali, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kassamali is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kassamali’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kassamali’s office at 1556245534.
What languages does Dr. Kassamali speak?
Dr. Kassamali and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kassamali treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kassamali 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. Kassamali. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
What procedures does Dr. Kassamali perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Kassamali 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. Kassamali. 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
- 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
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)
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. Kassamali accept my insurance?
Dr. Kassamali accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 1556245534 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kassamali accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Kassamali in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
San Francisco Health Plan
State of Tennessee
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kassamali's office located?
Dr. Farah Kassamali's Primary Practice
3838 California St
San Francisco, CA 94118
1556245534
What is Dr. Kassamali's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kassamali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992238406.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kassamali?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kassamali
What is Dr. Farah Kassamali's specialty?
Dr. Kassamali is a Gastroenterologist near San Francisco, 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. Kassamali to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Farah Kassamali affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kassamali is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian JFK University Medical Center, Novato Community 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Farah Kassamali accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
No, Dr. Farah Kassamali is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farah Kassamali offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kassamali's office at 1556245534 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farah Kassamali?
Please contact Dr. Kassamali's office at 1556245534 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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