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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farooqui, Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Muhammad Farooqui, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Farooqui is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farooqui’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farooqui’s office at (281) 523-3320.
What languages does Dr. Farooqui speak?
Dr. Farooqui and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Farooqui treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Farooqui 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. Farooqui. 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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD with Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, 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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Esophagitis
- Esophagus Disorder
- Inflammation of the Esophagus
- Sore Esophagus
- Esophageal Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding
What procedures does Dr. Farooqui perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Farooqui 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. Farooqui. 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 with Tissue 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 EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during 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
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
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 Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
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
Does Dr. Farooqui accept my insurance?
Dr. Farooqui accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 523-3320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farooqui accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Farooqui in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Farooqui's office located?
Dr. Muhammad Farooqui's Primary Practice
18300 Houston Methodist Dr
Houston, TX 77058
(281) 523-3320
What is Dr. Farooqui's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farooqui's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356768303.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farooqui?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farooqui
What is Dr. Muhammad Farooqui's specialty?
Dr. Farooqui 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. Farooqui to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Muhammad Farooqui affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farooqui is affiliated with Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, Houston Methodist 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Muhammad Farooqui accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Farooqui is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Farooqui offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farooqui's office at (281) 523-3320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Farooqui?
Please contact Dr. Farooqui's office at (281) 523-3320 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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