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Dr. Alaa Abousaif, MD

Orange, CA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abousaif, Gastroenterologist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Alaa Abousaif, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Abousaif graduated from Damascus University,Faculty of Medicine,Damascus,Syria and completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Abousaif is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abousaif’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abousaif’s office at (714) 835-7700.

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

    • Fellowship: Georgetown University

    • Residency: Georgetown University Hospital | Wright State University Affiliated Hospitals | Wright State University, Dayton, Oh

    • Medical School: University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | Damascus University,Faculty of Medicine,Damascus,Syria | University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Abousaif board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alaa Abousaif, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abousaif speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Abousaif treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Abousaif 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. Abousaif. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    What procedures does Dr. Abousaif perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Abousaif 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. Abousaif. 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 Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 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:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Colonoscopy with Foreign Body Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • EGD with Band Ligation
    • Esophageal Varices Banding
    • Gastric Varices Treatment
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Flexible Colonoscopy for Object Removal
    • Colon Scope with Foreign Object Extraction
    • Foreign Body Removal from Colon
    • Colonoscopy for Foreign Object

    CPT Codes:

    • 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
    • 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
    • 45379: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of foreign body(s)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • EGD with Polypectomy
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
    • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    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)

    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:

    • Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
    • PEG Tube Placement
    • Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
    • EGD with Feeding Tube
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube

    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:

    • Capsule Endoscopy
    • Pill Camera
    • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
    • Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Imaging Pill

    CPT Codes:

    • 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Abousaif accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abousaif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 835-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abousaif accept in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Abousaif in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Abousaif's office located?

    Dr. Alaa Abousaif's Primary Practice

    1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 570

    Orange, CA 92868

    (714) 835-7700

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    80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Alaa Abousaif an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Abousaif has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Abousaif, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Abousaif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235124108.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abousaif?

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

    What is Dr. Alaa Abousaif's specialty?

    Dr. Abousaif is a Gastroenterologist near Orange, CA. 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. Abousaif to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alaa Abousaif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abousaif is affiliated with St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, ME, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Orange County Global Medical Center, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Alaa Abousaif accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alaa Abousaif is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alaa Abousaif offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abousaif's office at (714) 835-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alaa Abousaif?

    Please contact Dr. Abousaif's office at (714) 835-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alaa Abousaif have?

    Dr. Alaa Abousaif is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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