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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Talaat, Gastroenterologist in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Nizar Talaat, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Talaat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Talaat’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Talaat’s office at (913) 588-1227.
Is Dr. Talaat board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Nizar Talaat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Talaat speak?
Dr. Talaat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Talaat treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Talaat 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. Talaat. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
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:
- Liver Failure
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Liver dysfunction
- End-stage liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
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
What procedures does Dr. Talaat perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Talaat 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. Talaat. 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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- EGD with Band Ligation
- Esophageal Varices Banding
- Gastric Varices Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Talaat accept my insurance?
Dr. Talaat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 588-1227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Talaat accept in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Talaat in Kansas City, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Americas Insurance Company
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Talaat's office located?
Dr. Nizar Talaat's Primary Practice
4000 Cambridge St
Kansas City, KS 66160
(913) 588-1227
What is Dr. Talaat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Talaat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790018166.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Talaat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Talaat
What is Dr. Nizar Talaat's specialty?
Dr. Talaat is a Gastroenterologist near Kansas City, KS. 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. Talaat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nizar Talaat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Talaat is affiliated with The University of Kansas Hospital, North Kansas City Hospital, Salina Regional Health Center, Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center, University Hospital - MU Health Care, Liberty 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 Nizar Talaat accepting new patients in Kansas City, KS?
Yes, Dr. Nizar Talaat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nizar Talaat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Talaat's office at (913) 588-1227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nizar Talaat?
Please contact Dr. Talaat's office at (913) 588-1227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nizar Talaat have?
Dr. Nizar Talaat is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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