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Dr. Hisham Elhassan, MD

Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)

Fort Wayne, IN

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elhassan, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Hisham Elhassan, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Elhassan completed his residency at Huron Hospital/Cleveland Clinic Hospital. Dr. Elhassan is fluent in English, Arabic, Burmese, Japanese, Macedonian, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elhassan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elhassan’s office at (260) 266-5300.

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

    • Residency: Huron Hospital/Cleveland Clinic Hospital

    • Medical School: University of Gezira Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Elhassan board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Yes, Dr. Hisham Elhassan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Elhassan speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • Burmese
    • English
    • Japanese
    • Macedonian
    • Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
    • Russian
    • Spanish
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Elhassan typically treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Elhassan 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. Elhassan. 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:

    • 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    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:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula
    • Colon Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Elhassan typically perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Elhassan 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. Elhassan. 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
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    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:

    • Anal Lesion Excision
    • Removal of Anal Warts
    • Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
    • Anus Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision

    Does Dr. Elhassan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elhassan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 266-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elhassan accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Elhassan in Fort Wayne, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Elhassan's office located?

    Dr. Hisham Elhassan's Primary Practice

    11104 Parkview Circle Dr Ste 320

    Fort Wayne, IN 46845

    (260) 266-5300

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    Dr. Hisham Elhassan's Practice 2

    1818 Carew St

    Fort Wayne, IN 46805

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    Dr. Hisham Elhassan's Practice 3

    8202 Glencarin Blvd Ste 240

    Fort Wayne, IN 46804

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

    Dr. Elhassan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477676658.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elhassan?

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

    What is Dr. Hisham Elhassan's specialty?

    Dr. Elhassan is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Fort Wayne, IN.

    What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?

    A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.

    Is Dr. Hisham Elhassan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elhassan is affiliated with Parkview Regional Medical Center, Cameron Memorial Community 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

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    Is Dr. Hisham Elhassan accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Hisham Elhassan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hisham Elhassan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elhassan's office at (260) 266-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Hisham Elhassan?

    Please contact Dr. Elhassan's office at (260) 266-5300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Elhassan's office located?

    Dr. Elhassan's office is located in Fort Wayne, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hisham Elhassan have?

    Dr. Hisham Elhassan is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.