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Dr. Waseem Aziz, MD

Dr. Waseem Aziz, MD

Washington, DC

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aziz, Gastroenterologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Waseem Aziz, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Aziz graduated from King Edward Medical University and completed his residency at John H Stroger Hospital of Cook County Program. Dr. Aziz is fluent in English, French, German, Hindi, Kurdish, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aziz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aziz’s office at (703) 391-3600.

    Where did Dr. Aziz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: John H Stroger Hospital of Cook County Program

    • Medical School: King Edward Medical University

    What languages does Dr. Aziz speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • German

    • Hindi

    • Kurdish

    • Panjabi

    • Punjabi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Aziz treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Aziz 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. Aziz. 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:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bleeding Stomach Ulcer
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Peptic Ulcer
    • Hemorrhaging Gastric Ulcer
    • Stomach Ulcer with Bleeding
    • Chronic Bleeding Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K254: Chronic or unspecified gastric ulcer with hemorrhage

    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:

    • Bleeding Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Diverticular Bleeding
    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis with Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding from Diverticula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5731: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess with bleeding

    What procedures does Dr. Aziz perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Aziz 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. Aziz. 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 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Aziz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aziz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 391-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aziz accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Aziz in Washington, DC 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)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Fox Insurance Company

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Aziz's office located?

    Dr. Waseem Aziz's Primary Practice

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20037

    (703) 391-3600

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    Dr. Waseem Aziz's Practice 2

    2535 S Downing St Ste 380

    Denver, CO 80210

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    Dr. Waseem Aziz's Practice 3

    44045 Riverside Pkwy

    Leesburg, VA 20176

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

    Dr. Aziz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023038270.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aziz?

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

    What is Dr. Waseem Aziz's specialty?

    Dr. Aziz is a Gastroenterologist near Washington, DC. 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. Aziz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Waseem Aziz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aziz is affiliated with UF Health Shands Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Waseem Aziz accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Waseem Aziz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Waseem Aziz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aziz's office at (703) 391-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Waseem Aziz?

    Please contact Dr. Aziz's office at (703) 391-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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