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Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan, MD

Norfolk, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thiwan, Gastroenterologist in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thiwan graduated from Tirunelveli Medical College and completed his residency at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Program. Dr. Thiwan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thiwan’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thiwan’s office at (757) 466-0165.

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

    • Residency: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Program

    • Medical School: Tirunelveli Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Thiwan speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Thiwan treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Thiwan 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. Thiwan. 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:

    • 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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Digestive Disease
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Other Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Swallowing problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1319: Other dysphagia

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Liver Function Test
    • Liver Disease
    • Irregular Liver Function Study
    • Unusual Liver Exam
    • Liver Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Elevated Enzymes
    • Enzyme Imbalance
    • Unspecified Enzyme Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R749: Abnormal serum enzyme level, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
    • Family history of GI cancer
    • Hereditary digestive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Does Dr. Thiwan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thiwan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 466-0165 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thiwan accept in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Thiwan in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thiwan's office located?

    Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan's Primary Practice

    885 Kempsville Rd Ste 114

    Norfolk, VA 23502

    (757) 466-0165

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    Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan's Practice 2

    78 Medical Center Dr

    Fishersville, VA 22939

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    Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan's Practice 3

    1031 Loftis Blvd Ste 201

    Newport News, VA 23606

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

    Dr. Thiwan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932174687.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thiwan?

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

    What is Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan's specialty?

    Dr. Thiwan is a Gastroenterologist near Norfolk, VA. 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. Thiwan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thiwan is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Rmh 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 Syed Ismail Thiwan accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Syed Ismail Thiwan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thiwan's office at (757) 466-0165 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Syed Ismail Thiwan?

    Please contact Dr. Thiwan's office at (757) 466-0165 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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