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Dr. Ousama Alkhatib, MD

Orange, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alkhatib, Gastroenterologist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Ousama Alkhatib, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alkhatib is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alkhatib’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. Alkhatib’s office at (714) 835-7700.

    What languages does Dr. Alkhatib speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alkhatib treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Alkhatib 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. Alkhatib. 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:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Lower belly pain
    • Pain in lower abdomen
    • Abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1030: Lower abdominal pain, 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Alkhatib perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Alkhatib 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. Alkhatib. 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    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
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (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:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Alkhatib accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alkhatib accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 835-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alkhatib accept in Orange, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alkhatib's office located?

    Dr. Ousama Alkhatib's Primary Practice

    1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 570

    Orange, CA 92868

    (714) 835-7700

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    Dr. Ousama Alkhatib's Practice 2

    1690 Dunlawton Ave Ste 210

    Port Orange, FL 32127

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

    Dr. Alkhatib's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093283905.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alkhatib?

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

    What is Dr. Ousama Alkhatib's specialty?

    Dr. Alkhatib is a Gastroenterologist near Orange, CA. 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. Alkhatib to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ousama Alkhatib affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alkhatib is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, ME, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, UCI Health - Placentia Linda, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center 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 Ousama Alkhatib accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ousama Alkhatib is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ousama Alkhatib offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alkhatib's office at (714) 835-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ousama Alkhatib?

    Please contact Dr. Alkhatib's office at (714) 835-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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