Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khaja, Gastroenterologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Nazir-Uddin Khaja, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. 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
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, 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:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Khaja perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Khaja 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. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 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
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 Esophagus Scope with Biopsy
- Esophagus Scope with Biopsy
- Flexible Esophagoscopy
- Esophagus Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy
- Transoral Esophagoscopy
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Throat Scope with Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43200: Esophagoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43202: Esophagoscopy, 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:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Khaja's office located?
Dr. Nazir-Uddin 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. Nazir-Uddin 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. Nazir-Uddin 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 Nazir-Uddin Khaja accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nazir-Uddin Khaja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nazir-Uddin 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 Nazir-Uddin 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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