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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghandour, Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Elias Ghandour, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Ghandour graduated from Universidad Del Valle, Cali, Division De Ciencias De La Salud and completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Gastroenterology; Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghandour is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghandour’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghandour’s office at (806) 795-4500.
Where did Dr. Ghandour go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Gastroenterology; Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine | Ttu | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program
Medical School: University Del Valle Division Of Ciencias De La Salud Cali Colombia | Universidad Del Valle, Cali, Division De Ciencias De La Salud | Tufts University School of Medicine | Universidad del Valle Escuela de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Ghandour speak?
Dr. Ghandour and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ghandour treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ghandour 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. Ghandour. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
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:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
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:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
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
Which procedures does Dr. Ghandour perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elias Ghandour 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. Ghandour's office.
Does Dr. Ghandour accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghandour accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 795-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghandour accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Ghandour in Lubbock, TX 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
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ghandour's office located?
Dr. Elias Ghandour's Primary Practice
10208 Quaker Ave Ste 200
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 795-4500
What is Dr. Ghandour's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghandour's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699719138.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghandour?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghandour
What is Dr. Elias Ghandour's specialty?
Dr. Ghandour is a Gastroenterologist near Lubbock, TX. 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. Ghandour to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elias Ghandour affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghandour is affiliated with Grace Surgical Hospital, Covenant Medical Center, Lubbock Heart & Surgical 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 Elias Ghandour accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Elias Ghandour is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elias Ghandour offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghandour's office at (806) 795-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elias Ghandour?
Please contact Dr. Ghandour's office at (806) 795-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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