16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zawahir, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Englewood, NJ?
Dr. Sharmila Zawahir is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Englewood, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Zawahir is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zawahir’s office.
Is Dr. Zawahir board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Sharmila Zawahir is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Zawahir speak?
Dr. Zawahir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Zawahir typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Zawahir 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. Zawahir. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5900: Constipation, 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:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Milk Allergy
- Food Allergy
- Dairy allergy
- Milk protein allergy
- Allergy to dairy products
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z91011: Allergy to milk products
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Zawahir typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Zawahir 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. Zawahir. 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 here.
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 Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Zawahir accept my insurance?
Dr. Zawahir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zawahir accept in Englewood, NJ?
Dr. Zawahir in Englewood, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
National Benefit Fund
Oscar Health
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zawahir's office located?
What is Dr. Zawahir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zawahir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497958441.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zawahir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zawahir
What is Dr. Sharmila Zawahir's specialty?
Dr. Zawahir is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Englewood, NJ.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Sharmila Zawahir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zawahir is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Atlantic Health Chilton 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
When to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sharmila Zawahir accepting new patients in Englewood, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Sharmila Zawahir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sharmila Zawahir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zawahir's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sharmila Zawahir?
Please contact Dr. Zawahir's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sharmila Zawahir have?
Dr. Sharmila Zawahir is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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