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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shakir, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Asiya Shakir, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shakir is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shakir’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shakir’s office at (404) 843-6320.
What languages does Dr. Shakir speak?
Dr. Shakir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Shakir typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Shakir 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. Shakir. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Vomiting Without Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing Up Without Feeling Sick
- Sudden Vomiting
- Emisis without Nausea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1111: Vomiting without nausea
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:
- 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:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Shakir typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Shakir 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. Shakir. 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:
- 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:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Shakir accept my insurance?
Dr. Shakir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 843-6320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shakir accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Shakir in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
State of Georgia
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Where is Dr. Shakir's office located?
Dr. Asiya Shakir's Primary Practice
5445 Meridian Mark Rd Ste 490
Atlanta, GA 30342
(404) 843-6320
What hospitals are Dr. Shakir affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shakir has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Piedmont Fayette Hospital,Fayetteville, GA
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Piedmont Fayette Hospital,Fayetteville, GA
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital,Conyers, GARanked Hysterectomy
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital,Conyers, GA
Ranked Hysterectomy
Piedmont Athens Regional,Athens, GARanked in 3 Procedures
Piedmont Athens Regional,Athens, GA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Hughes Spalding Hospital,Atlanta, GA
Childrens Hughes Spalding Hospital,Atlanta, GA
What is Dr. Shakir's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shakir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457790388.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shakir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shakir
What is Dr. Asiya Shakir's specialty?
Dr. Shakir is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Atlanta, GA.
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 Dr. Asiya Shakir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shakir is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional 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 Dr. Asiya Shakir accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Asiya Shakir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asiya Shakir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shakir's office at (404) 843-6320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Asiya Shakir?
Please contact Dr. Shakir's office at (404) 843-6320 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Shakir's office located?
Dr. Shakir's offices are located in Atlanta, GA and Stockbridge, GA.
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