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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zein, Gastroenterologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Nizar Zein, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Zein completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Gastroenterology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Pediatric Gastroenterology; Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zein is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zein’s office at (216) 444-2000.
Where did Dr. Zein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Gastroenterology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Pediatric Gastroenterology; Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Tichreen- Fac Of Med- Lattakia- Syria (University Latakia)
What languages does Dr. Zein speak?
Dr. Zein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Zein typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Zein 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. Zein. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
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:
- Inflammatory Liver Disease
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Hepatitis
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- Liver inflammation
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K759: Inflammatory liver disease, unspecified
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Zein typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Zein 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. Zein. 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
- 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
- Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- EGD with Band Ligation
- Esophageal Varices Banding
- Gastric Varices Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
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
Does Dr. Zein accept my insurance?
Dr. Zein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zein accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Zein in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zein's office located?
What is Dr. Zein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407808967.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zein
What is Dr. Nizar Zein's specialty?
Dr. Zein is a Gastroenterologist near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Nizar Zein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zein is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Nizar Zein accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Nizar Zein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nizar Zein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zein's office at (216) 444-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nizar Zein?
Please contact Dr. Zein's office at (216) 444-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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