Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khaja, Gastroenterologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Naziruddin Khaja, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Khaja graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program. Dr. Khaja is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khaja’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. Khaja’s office at (310) 370-4660.
Where did Dr. Khaja go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program
Medical School: Osmania Medical College
What languages does Dr. Khaja speak?
Dr. Khaja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Khaja treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Khaja 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. Khaja. 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:
- Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in upper belly
- Epigastric discomfort
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1010: Upper abdominal pain, unspecified
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Vomiting Blood
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
- K920: Hematemesis
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bleeding Gastritis
- Alcoholic Gastritis
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Sudden Bleeding Stomach Inflammation
- Acute Gastritis with Hemorrhage
- Bleeding Stomach Irritation
- Alcohol-Induced Gastritis
- Stomach Inflammation from Alcohol
- Alcoholic Stomach Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2901: Acute gastritis with bleeding
- K2920: Alcoholic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Muscle and Nerve Junction Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Myoneural Disorder
- Muscle-Nerve Problem
- Neuromuscular Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- G709: Myoneural disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp 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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, 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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Khaja perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Naziruddin Khaja may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Khaja's office.
Does Dr. Khaja accept my insurance?
Dr. Khaja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 370-4660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khaja accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Khaja in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Khaja's office located?
Dr. Naziruddin Khaja's Primary Practice
23639 Hawthorne Blvd Ste 200
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 370-4660
What is Dr. Khaja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khaja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962428102.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khaja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khaja
What is Dr. Naziruddin Khaja's specialty?
Dr. Khaja is a Gastroenterologist near Torrance, 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. Khaja to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Naziruddin Khaja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khaja is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Naziruddin Khaja accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Naziruddin Khaja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Naziruddin Khaja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khaja's office at (310) 370-4660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Naziruddin Khaja?
Please contact Dr. Khaja's office at (310) 370-4660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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