30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Charafeddine, Gastroenterologist in Angleton, TX?
Where did Dr. Charafeddine go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Gastroenterology Good Samaritan Hosp, Internal Medicine | Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
What languages does Dr. Charafeddine speak?
Dr. Charafeddine and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Arabic
- English
- French
- Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Charafeddine typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Charafeddine 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. Charafeddine. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Colon Polyps
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Colonic Polyps
- Digestive Disease
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Charafeddine typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Charafeddine 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. Charafeddine. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Esophageal Dilation (Bougie)
- Esophageal Widening
- Bougie Dilation of Esophagus
- Swallowing Tube Dilation
CPT Codes:
- 43450: Dilation of esophagus, by unguided sound or bougie, single or multiple passes
Does Dr. Charafeddine accept my insurance?
Dr. Charafeddine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 436-8166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Charafeddine accept in Angleton, TX?
Dr. Charafeddine in Angleton, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Fidelity
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Charafeddine's office located?
Dr. Nizar Charafeddine's Primary Practice
146 E Hospital Dr Ste 207
Angleton, TX 77515
(713) 436-8166
What hospitals are Dr. Charafeddine affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Charafeddine has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Charafeddine's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Charafeddine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912090317.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charafeddine?
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