Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aqel, Gastroenterologist in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Bashar Aqel, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ. He is board certified. Dr. Aqel completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Gastroenterology; Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Aqel is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aqel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aqel’s office at (480) 342-2000.
Where did Dr. Aqel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Gastroenterology; Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Jordan, Fac Of Med, Amman, Jordan
Is Dr. Aqel board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Bashar Aqel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Aqel speak?
Dr. Aqel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Aqel typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Aqel 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. Aqel. 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:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
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
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
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
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Aqel typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Aqel 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. Aqel. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
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
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Venipuncture
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous Access
- Catheter Placement Vein
CPT Codes:
- 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein
Does Dr. Aqel accept my insurance?
Dr. Aqel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 342-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aqel accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Aqel in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Aqel's office located?
What is Dr. Aqel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aqel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750325957.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aqel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aqel
What is Dr. Bashar Aqel's specialty?
Dr. Aqel is a Gastroenterologist near Scottsdale, AZ.
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. Bashar Aqel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aqel is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital, Uk King's Daughters Medical Center, Kingman Regional Medical Center, Tahoe Forest Hospital, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center 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 Bashar Aqel accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Bashar Aqel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bashar Aqel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aqel's office at (480) 342-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bashar Aqel?
Please contact Dr. Aqel's office at (480) 342-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bashar Aqel have?
Dr. Bashar Aqel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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