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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abidi, Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Wasif Abidi, MD, PHD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Abidi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abidi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abidi’s office.
What languages does Dr. Abidi speak?
Dr. Abidi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Abidi treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Abidi 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. Abidi. 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:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
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:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Specific Bile Duct and Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Specific Biliary Disorders
- Named Bile Duct Conditions
- Other Defined Biliary Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- K838: Other specified diseases of biliary tract
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver or Bile Duct Imaging
- Abnormal liver scan
- Unusual bile duct imaging
- Liver imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R932: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of liver and biliary tract
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Which procedures does Dr. Abidi perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Wasif Abidi 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. Abidi's office.
Does Dr. Abidi accept my insurance?
Dr. Abidi 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. Abidi accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Abidi in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abidi's office located?
What is Dr. Abidi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abidi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821230780.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abidi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abidi
What is Dr. Wasif Abidi's specialty?
Dr. Abidi is a Gastroenterologist near Houston, TX. 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. Abidi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wasif Abidi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abidi is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - Sugar Land Hospital 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 Wasif Abidi accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Wasif Abidi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wasif Abidi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abidi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wasif Abidi?
Please contact Dr. Abidi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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