45 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Alo, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Toledo, OH?
Where did Dr. Alo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Temple University Hospital, Colon & Rectal Surgery
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Mt Carmel Med Ctr, General Surgery; Barberton Citizens Hosp, General Practice | Mt Carmel Med Center | Mount Carmel Health System | Summa Barberton Hospital/NEOMED Program
Medical School: Aleppo University | Aleppo University | University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Alo board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Abed Alo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Alo speak?
Dr. Alo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Arabic
- English
- Kurdish
- Turkish
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Alo typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Alo 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. Alo. 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:
- 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:
- Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
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:
- Open Wound on Lower Back and Pelvis
- Wounds and Injuries
- Lower Back Wound
- Pelvic Wound
- Deep Cut on Back
- Traumatic Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S31000D: Unspecified open wound of lower back and pelvis without penetration into retroperitoneum, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Alo typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Alo 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. Alo. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Polyp Removal
- Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal by Heat
- Infrared Coagulation for Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Cautery
- Radiofrequency Hemorrhoid Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46930: Destruction of internal hemorrhoid(s) by thermal energy (eg, infrared coagulation, cautery, radiofrequency)
Does Dr. Alo accept my insurance?
Dr. Alo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alo accept in Toledo, OH?
Dr. Alo in Toledo, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medical Mutual of Ohio
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Where is Dr. Alo's office located?
What is Dr. Alo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508869751.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alo