Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abir, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Berkeley Heights, NJ?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abir?
Dr. Farshad Abir, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Abir empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon & Rectal Cancer, Laparoscopic Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Berkeley Heights, NJ community, Dr. Abir is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Abir board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Farshad Abir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Abir speak?
Dr. Abir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Abir typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Abir 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. Abir. 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:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Anal Disorder
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
- Muscle condition
- Muscle problem
- Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
- M629: Disorder of muscle, unspecified
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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Abir typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Abir 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. Abir. 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:
- Pelvic Floor Biofeedback Training (Additional Time)
- Pelvic Floor Biofeedback
- Perineal Muscle Biofeedback
- Anorectal Biofeedback
- Urethral Sphincter Biofeedback
- Perineal muscle training
- Anorectal biofeedback
- Urethral sphincter training
- EMG biofeedback
CPT Codes:
- 90913: Biofeedback training, perineal muscles, anorectal or urethral sphincter, including EMG and/or manometry, when performed; each additional 15 minutes of one-on-one physician or other qualified health care professional contact with the patient (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 90912: Biofeedback training, perineal muscles, anorectal or urethral sphincter, including EMG and/or manometry, when performed; initial 15 minutes of one-on-one physician or other qualified health care professional contact with the patient
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Abir accept my insurance?
Dr. Abir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abir accept in Berkeley Heights, NJ?
Dr. Abir in Berkeley Heights, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Abir's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Abir affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Abir has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Abir's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871542662.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abir