49 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wasfie, Trauma Surgeon in Flint, MI?
Dr. Tarik Wasfie, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Flint, MI. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified. Dr. Wasfie graduated from University of Baghdad College of Medicine and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center Program. Dr. Wasfie is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wasfie’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wasfie’s office at (810) 262-9355.
Where did Dr. Wasfie go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University of Baghdad College of Medicine
Is Dr. Wasfie board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Tarik Wasfie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Wasfie speak?
Dr. Wasfie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Wasfie typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Wasfie 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. Wasfie. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Recurrent Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Inguinal Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Recurrent Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Repeated Groin Hernia
- Recurring Hernia in Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K4091: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, recurrent
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Wasfie typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Wasfie 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. Wasfie. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pedicle Skin Graft (Trunk)
- Tubed Pedicle Graft
- Direct Pedicle Flap
- Trunk Skin Reconstruction
- Skin Flap Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15570: Formation of direct or tubed pedicle, with or without transfer; trunk
Also known as:
- Pedicle Skin Graft (Scalp, Arms, or Legs)
- Tubed Pedicle Graft
- Skin Flap Surgery (Pedicle)
- Tissue Transfer (Pedicle)
CPT Codes:
- 15572: Formation of direct or tubed pedicle, with or without transfer; scalp, arms, or legs
Also known as:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Pedicle Skin Flap (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Tubed pedicle flap
- Skin flap reconstruction
- Local skin transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15574: Formation of direct or tubed pedicle, with or without transfer; forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands or feet
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Large Abdominal Hernia Repair (Incarcerated/Strangulated)
- Large Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Surgery
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Complex Ventral Hernia Repair
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Surgery
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49596: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49595: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, reducible
Does Dr. Wasfie accept my insurance?
Dr. Wasfie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (810) 262-9355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wasfie accept in Flint, MI?
Dr. Wasfie in Flint, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wasfie's office located?
What is Dr. Wasfie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wasfie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225029739.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wasfie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wasfie
What is Dr. Tarik Wasfie's specialty?
Dr. Wasfie is a Trauma Surgeon near Flint, MI.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Tarik Wasfie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wasfie is affiliated with Corewell Health Trenton Hospital, Hurley Medical Center, Ascension Genesys Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn 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 Tarik Wasfie accepting new patients in Flint, MI?
Yes, Dr. Tarik Wasfie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tarik Wasfie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wasfie's office at (810) 262-9355 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tarik Wasfie?
Please contact Dr. Wasfie's office at (810) 262-9355 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tarik Wasfie have?
Dr. Tarik Wasfie is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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