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Dr. Nadir Adam, MD

Merced, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Adam, Surgeon in Merced, CA?

    Dr. Nadir Adam, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Merced, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Adam is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adam’s office at (209) 564-3700.

    What languages does Dr. Adam speak?

    Dr. Adam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Adam treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Adam 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. Adam. 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:

    • Ventral Hernia
    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Third Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps
    • Prolapsed hemorrhoids
    • Grade 3 hemorrhoids
    • Severe hemorrhoids
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
    • K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    What procedures does Dr. Adam perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Adam 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. Adam. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Polyp Removal
    • Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps

    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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Repair of Trapped Hernia
    • Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
    • Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
    • Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Repair (3-10 cm, Trapped or Strangled)
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Laparoscopic incarcerated hernia repair
    • Strangulated hernia laparoscopic surgery
    • Keyhole surgery for trapped hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Surgery
    • Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty
    • Recurrent ventral hernia repair
    • Incisional hernia repair with mesh
    • Strangulated hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49653: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair, ventral, umbilical, spigelian or epigastric hernia (includes mesh insertion, when performed); incarcerated or strangulated
    • 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
    • 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia
    • 49616: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
    • Piles Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Polyp Removal
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Flexible Endoscopy of Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43250: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Tumor Removal Through Anus
    • Removal of Rectal Tumor
    • Anus Repair Surgery for Stricture (Adult)
    • Transanal tumor excision
    • Full thickness rectal resection
    • Rectal cancer surgery via anus
    • Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
    • Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
    • Rectal Lesion Excision
    • Anoplasty
    • Anal Stricture Repair
    • Plastic Surgery of Anus

    CPT Codes:

    • 45172: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; including muscularis propria (ie, full thickness)
    • 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)
    • 46700: Anoplasty, plastic operation for stricture; adult

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula Surgery
    • Fistulectomy
    • Fistulotomy
    • Anal Fistula Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula Repair with Rectal Flap
    • Rectal Advancement Flap for Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano Repair with Flap
    • Anal Fistula Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46288: Closure of anal fistula with rectal advancement flap

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Anal Seton Removal
    • Seton Removal
    • Anal Marker Removal
    • Fistula Seton Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 46030: Removal of anal seton, other marker

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • EGD with Polypectomy
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
    • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
    • Anoscopy
    • Anal Canal Exam
    • Rectal Scope Exam
    • Anus Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
    • Rectal exam with general anesthesia
    • Anorectal surgery for diagnosis

    CPT Codes:

    • 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Small Intestine Resection
    • Enterectomy
    • Bowel resection
    • Small bowel removal
    • Intestinal surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis

    Also known as:

    • Open Removal of Abdominal Tumors or Cysts (Small)
    • Peritoneal tumor excision
    • Mesenteric cyst removal
    • Retroperitoneal tumor destruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 49203: Excision or destruction, open, intra-abdominal tumors, cysts or endometriomas, 1 or more peritoneal, mesenteric, or retroperitoneal primary or secondary tumors; largest tumor 5 cm diameter or less

    Also known as:

    • Omentum Removal
    • Omentectomy
    • Epiploectomy
    • Resection of Omentum

    CPT Codes:

    • 49255: Omentectomy, epiploectomy, resection of omentum (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

    Also known as:

    • Open Drainage of Abdominal Abscess
    • Peritoneal Abscess Drainage
    • Abdominal Infection Drainage
    • Open Peritonitis Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 49020: Drainage of peritoneal abscess or localized peritonitis, exclusive of appendiceal abscess, open

    Also known as:

    • Small Intestine Repair for Multiple Holes
    • Enterorrhaphy for Multiple Perforations
    • Small Bowel Perforation Repair
    • Intestinal Ulcer Suture
    • Multiple Intestinal Injury Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 44603: Suture of small intestine (enterorrhaphy) for perforated ulcer, diverticulum, wound, injury or rupture; multiple perforations

    Also known as:

    • Splenic Flexure Mobilization during Colon Surgery
    • Splenic Flexure Take-down
    • Colon Flexure Mobilization
    • Colon Resection Add-on Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 44139: Mobilization (take-down) of splenic flexure performed in conjunction with partial colectomy (List separately in addition to primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Back or Flank Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
    • Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
    • Sarcoma Resection
    • Back Tumor Surgery
    • Flank Tumor Surgery
    • Back Tumor Removal
    • Intramuscular Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 21936: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of back or flank; 5 cm or greater
    • 21933: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Soft Tissue Tumor (Neck/Chest)
    • Neck Tumor Excision
    • Chest Wall Tumor Removal
    • Soft Tissue Mass Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 21556: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Pilonidal Cyst Removal
    • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
    • Tailbone Cyst Surgery
    • Sacrococcygeal Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11771: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; extensive

    Does Dr. Adam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Adam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 564-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Adam accept in Merced, CA?

    Dr. Adam in Merced, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • AllCare Health Plan

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Adam's office located?

    Dr. Nadir Adam's Primary Practice

    315 Mercy Ave Ste 400

    Merced, CA 95340

    (209) 564-3700

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    Dr. Nadir Adam's Practice 2

    1081 N China Lake Blvd

    Ridgecrest, CA 93555

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    What is Dr. Adam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Adam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760747398.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adam?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adam

    What is Dr. Nadir Adam's specialty?

    Dr. Adam is a Surgeon near Merced, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Adam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nadir Adam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Adam is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital, Memorial Hospital Los Banos 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 Nadir Adam accepting new patients in Merced, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nadir Adam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nadir Adam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Adam's office at (209) 564-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nadir Adam?

    Please contact Dr. Adam's office at (209) 564-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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