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Who is Dr. Altaf, Gastroenterologist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Athar Altaf, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Altaf completed his residency at Highland Hospital. Dr. Altaf is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altaf’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altaf’s office.
Where did Dr. Altaf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Highland Hospital
Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan
What languages does Dr. Altaf speak?
Dr. Altaf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Altaf treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Altaf 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. Altaf. 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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
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:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
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:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Bleeding Abnormal Blood Vessels in Stomach or Duodenum
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Stomach Disorder
- Bleeding Gastric Angiodysplasia
- Bleeding Duodenal Angiodysplasia
- GI Bleeding from Abnormal Vessels
ICD-10 Codes:
- K31811: Angiodysplasia of stomach and duodenum with bleeding
Also known as:
- Bleeding Duodenal Ulcer
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Peptic Ulcer
- Duodenal ulcer with bleeding
- Hemorrhaging duodenal ulcer
- Small intestine ulcer bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- K264: Chronic or unspecified duodenal ulcer with hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. Altaf perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Athar Altaf may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Altaf's office.
Does Dr. Altaf accept my insurance?
Dr. Altaf 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. Altaf accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Altaf in Wilkes Barre, PA 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
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Altaf's office located?
What is Dr. Altaf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altaf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447201454.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altaf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altaf
What is Dr. Athar Altaf's specialty?
Dr. Altaf is a Gastroenterologist near Wilkes Barre, PA. 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. Altaf to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Athar Altaf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altaf is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center 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
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Is Athar Altaf accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Athar Altaf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Athar Altaf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altaf's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Athar Altaf?
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675 Baltimore Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702