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Who is Dr. Abu El Haija, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Marwa Abu El Haija, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Abu El Haija graduated from Jordan University of Science and Technology Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Abu El Haija is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abu El Haija’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abu El Haija’s office.
Where did Dr. Abu El Haija go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Jordan University of Science and Technology Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Abu El Haija speak?
Dr. Abu El Haija and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Abu El Haija typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Abu El Haija 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. Abu El Haija. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Abu El Haija typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Abu El Haija 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. Abu El Haija. 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 here.
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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Abu El Haija accept my insurance?
Dr. Abu El Haija accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abu El Haija accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Abu El Haija in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
North East Medical Services
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Abu El Haija's office located?
What is Dr. Abu El Haija's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abu El Haija's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174882047.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abu El Haija?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abu El Haija
What is Dr. Marwa Abu El Haija's specialty?
Dr. Abu El Haija is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Marwa Abu El Haija affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abu El Haija is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Emanuel Medical Center - Turlock, Ca, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, San Mateo Medical Center 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
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Is Marwa Abu El Haija accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Marwa Abu El Haija is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marwa Abu El Haija offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abu El Haija's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marwa Abu El Haija?
Please contact Dr. Abu El Haija's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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725 Welch Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304