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Dr. Azeem Khan, MD

Dr. Azeem Khan, MD

Forest Hills, NY

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Khan, Gastroenterologist in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Azeem Khan specializes in Gastroenterology, with a special focus on Interventional Endoscopy/Endoscopic Ultrasound, Endoscopic Mucosal resection of large Colon polyps Barrett�s Esophagus, Colon cancer and Chronic Liver disease. He practices primarily in Forest Hills, NY, and is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Queens. Dr. Khan graduated from Granat Med College, Univ of Bombay India in 1987, and completed his training at New York Medical College and Affiliated Hospitals. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Khan?

    Dr. Azeem Khan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Khan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Barrett's Esophagus, Chronic Liver Disease, Colon Polyps & Cancer, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Interventional Endoscopy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Forest Hills/NY community, Dr. Khan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Ny Medical College, Gastroenterology; Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Master University Mc | New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Goa Med Coll- Goa Univ- Panaji- Daman & Diu- Goa- India | Grant Government Medical College

    Is Dr. Khan board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Azeem Khan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Khan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Khan treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Khan 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. Khan. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Indigestion
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
    • Dyspepsia
    • Upset Stomach
    • Stomach Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K30: Functional dyspepsia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does Dr. Khan perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Khan 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. Khan. 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
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Hemorrhoid Banding
    • Colon Exam with Ligation
    • Endoscopic Hemostasis
    • Colonoscopy for Bleeding
    • Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
    • Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
    • Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45398: Colonoscopy, flexible; with band ligation(s) (eg, hemorrhoids)
    • 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method
    • 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection

    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:

    • EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound
    • EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 43237: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures
    • 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
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    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 Ultrasound (EUS)
    • Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
    • Esophageal ultrasound
    • Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
    • Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy
    • EGD with Polypectomy
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
    • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis
    • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • EGD with EUS-FNA
    • Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Esophageal/Stomach Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43238: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s), (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures)

    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. Khan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Khan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Khan accept in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Khan in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • MetroPlus

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Khan's office located?

    Forest Hills Gastroenterology

    Main Office

    109-19 72nd Road, Com1

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

    (917) 300-0553

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    Forest Hills Gastroenterology

    Satellite Location:

    74-10 Broadway, 3rd Floor

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    (718) 971-1340

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

    Dr. Khan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538183678.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khan?

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

    What is Dr. Azeem Khan's specialty?

    Dr. Khan is a Gastroenterologist near Forest Hills, NY. 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. Khan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Azeem Khan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Khan is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Queens 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 Azeem Khan accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Azeem Khan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Azeem Khan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Azeem Khan?

    Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Azeem Khan have?

    Dr. Azeem Khan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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