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Dr. Aasim Sheikh, MD

Marietta, GA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sheikh, Gastroenterologist in Marietta, GA?

    Dr. Aasim Sheikh, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Marietta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Sheikh graduated from Aga Khan University and completed his residency at University Hospital - SUNY at Stony Brook Program. Dr. Sheikh is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheikh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheikh’s office at (678) 741-5000.

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

    • Residency: University Hospital - SUNY at Stony Brook Program

    • Medical School: Aga Khan University

    Is Dr. Sheikh board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Aasim Sheikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sheikh speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Sheikh treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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:

    • 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:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Sheikh perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sheikh 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. Sheikh. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • 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
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    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
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; 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

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening
    • EGD with Band Ligation
    • Esophageal Varices Banding
    • Gastric Varices Treatment
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
    • 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)

    Also known as:

    • ERCP with Sphincterotomy
    • ERCP with Stent Placement
    • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
    • Bile duct scope
    • Pancreatic duct scope
    • Papillotomy
    • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography with Stent
    • Bile Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
    • Pancreatic Duct Stent Placement via ERCP

    CPT Codes:

    • 43262: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with sphincterotomy/papillotomy
    • 43274: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with placement of endoscopic stent into biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Dilation (Bougie)
    • Esophageal Widening
    • Bougie Dilation of Esophagus
    • Swallowing Tube Dilation

    CPT Codes:

    • 43450: Dilation of esophagus, by unguided sound or bougie, single or multiple passes

    Also known as:

    • ERCP with Gallstone Removal
    • ERCP
    • Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
    • Biliary Duct Stone Removal
    • Pancreatic Duct Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
    • Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Banding of Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Banding

    CPT Codes:

    • 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)

    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:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • EGD with Polypectomy
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
    • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
    • EGD with Bleeding Control
    • Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
    • Gastric Bleeding Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method

    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

    Also known as:

    • Wireless Esophageal pH Test
    • Esophageal pH Test
    • Bravo pH Test
    • Esophageal Reflux Monitoring
    • Acid Reflux Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 91035: Esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux test; with mucosal attached telemetry pH electrode placement, recording, analysis and interpretation

    Does Dr. Sheikh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sheikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 741-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sheikh accept in Marietta, GA?

    Dr. Sheikh in Marietta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sheikh's office located?

    Dr. Aasim Sheikh's Primary Practice

    711 Canton Rd NE Ste 300

    Marietta, GA 30060

    (678) 741-5000

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    Dr. Aasim Sheikh's Practice 2

    4441 Atlanta Rd SE Ste 204

    Smyrna, GA 30080

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    Dr. Aasim Sheikh's Practice 3

    118 Mill St Ste 110

    Woodstock, GA 30188

    (678) 741-5000

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

    Dr. Sheikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841249133.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheikh?

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

    What is Dr. Aasim Sheikh's specialty?

    Dr. Sheikh is a Gastroenterologist near Marietta, GA. 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. Sheikh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Aasim Sheikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sheikh is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Wellstar Windy Hill, Piedmont Atlanta 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 Aasim Sheikh accepting new patients in Marietta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Aasim Sheikh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aasim Sheikh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (678) 741-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Aasim Sheikh?

    Please contact Dr. Sheikh's office at (678) 741-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Aasim Sheikh have?

    Dr. Aasim Sheikh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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