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Dr. Bassam Rizk, MD

Jacksonville, FL

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rizk, Surgeon in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Bassam Rizk, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rizk graduated from UniversitÈ Saint-Joseph FacultÈ de MÈdecine and completed his residency at Greater Baltimore Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Lutheran Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Rizk is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rizk’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rizk’s office at (904) 731-3131.

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

    • Residency: Greater Baltimore Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Lutheran Med Ctr, General Surgery | Lutheran Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: UniversitÈ Saint-Joseph FacultÈ de MÈdecine

    Is Dr. Rizk board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Bassam Rizk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Rizk speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Rizk treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Rizk 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. Rizk. 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:

    • 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:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89150: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unstageable

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    What procedures does Dr. Rizk perform?

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Epigastric Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Surgery
    • Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49592: 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); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    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:

    • Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
    • Piles Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula Surgery
    • Fistulectomy
    • Fistulotomy
    • Anal Fistula Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Stapled Hemorrhoid Removal
    • Hemorrhoidopexy
    • PPH Procedure
    • Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 46947: Hemorrhoidopexy (eg, for prolapsing internal hemorrhoids) by stapling

    Does Dr. Rizk accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rizk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 731-3131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rizk accept in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Rizk in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • HealthScope

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rizk's office located?

    Dr. Bassam Rizk's Primary Practice

    6067 Kennerly Rd

    Jacksonville, FL 32216

    (904) 731-3131

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    Dr. Bassam Rizk's Practice 2

    2140 Kingsley Ave Ste 11

    Orange Park, FL 32073

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    Dr. Bassam Rizk's Practice 3

    1900 Tebeau St

    Waycross, GA 31501

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

    Dr. Rizk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053390047.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rizk?

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

    What is Dr. Bassam Rizk's specialty?

    Dr. Rizk is a Surgeon near Jacksonville, FL. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Rizk to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bassam Rizk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rizk is affiliated with HCA Florida Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Bassam Rizk accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Bassam Rizk is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bassam Rizk offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rizk's office at (904) 731-3131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bassam Rizk?

    Please contact Dr. Rizk's office at (904) 731-3131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bassam Rizk have?

    Dr. Bassam Rizk is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

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