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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghufran, Gastroenterologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Aiman Ghufran, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ghufran is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghufran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghufran’s office at (210) 575-4837.
What languages does Dr. Ghufran speak?
Dr. Ghufran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ghufran typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ghufran 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. Ghufran. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
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:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ghufran typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ghufran 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. Ghufran. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
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
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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. Ghufran accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghufran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 575-4837 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghufran accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ghufran in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Ghufran's office located?
Dr. Aiman Ghufran's Primary Practice
840 S Wood St Ste 718E
Chicago, IL 60612
(210) 575-4837
What is Dr. Ghufran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghufran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023320637.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghufran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghufran
What is Dr. Aiman Ghufran's specialty?
Dr. Ghufran is a Gastroenterologist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Aiman Ghufran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghufran is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital, Endeavor Health Edward Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Advocate Condell 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 Aiman Ghufran accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Aiman Ghufran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aiman Ghufran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghufran's office at (210) 575-4837 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aiman Ghufran?
Please contact Dr. Ghufran's office at (210) 575-4837 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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