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Dr. Waqas Nawaz, MD

Columbus, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nawaz, Gastroenterologist in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Waqas Nawaz, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nawaz is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nawaz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nawaz’s office at (614) 293-1456.

    What languages does Dr. Nawaz speak?

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

    • English

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Nawaz treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Nawaz 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. Nawaz. 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:

    • 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:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Other Esophagus Condition
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Various esophageal diseases
    • Miscellaneous esophagus problems
    • Other food pipe issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders
    • Gastric Polyp
    • Duodenal Polyp
    • Stomach Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
    • K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    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:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    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:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Celiac Disease
    • Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
    • Sprue
    • Coeliac Disease
    • Gluten Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K900: Celiac disease

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
    • Family history of GI cancer
    • Hereditary digestive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

    Does Dr. Nawaz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nawaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-1456 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nawaz accept in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Nawaz in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nawaz's office located?

    Dr. Waqas Nawaz's Primary Practice

    410 W 10th Ave # 110

    Columbus, OH 43210

    (614) 293-1456

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    Dr. Waqas Nawaz's Practice 2

    6100 N Hamilton Rd Fl 2

    Westerville, OH 43081

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    Dr. Waqas Nawaz's Practice 3

    3691 Ridge Mill Dr Fl 1

    Hilliard, OH 43026

    (614) 293-6255

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

    Dr. Nawaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073947917.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nawaz?

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

    What is Dr. Waqas Nawaz's specialty?

    Dr. Nawaz is a Gastroenterologist near Columbus, OH. 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. Nawaz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Waqas Nawaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nawaz is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner 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 Waqas Nawaz accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Waqas Nawaz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Waqas Nawaz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nawaz's office at (614) 293-1456 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Waqas Nawaz?

    Please contact Dr. Nawaz's office at (614) 293-1456 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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