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Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD

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Specializes in: Gastroenterology (Digestive System), General Practice and Adult Gastroenterology

Dow Medical College (1982)

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders)

1256 Waterford Suite 120
Aurora, IL 60504

(630) 978-6200

Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD is a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL specializing in gastroenterology (digestive system), general practice and adult gastroenterology. He graduated from Dow Medical College in 1982 and has 44 years of experience. Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD is affiliated with Endeavor Health and Rush Digestive Diseases, a Department of Rush Copley Medical Center - Aurora.

Office Locations

2040 Ogden Avenue Suite 401
Aurora, IL 60504

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Endeavor Health

1256 Waterford Suite 120
Aurora, IL 60504

(630) 978-6200

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Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

biopsy

diagnostic EGD

diagnostic endoscopy

gastrointestinal procedures

inpatient hospital care

therapeutic EGD

By Affordability:

EGD for treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding

hospital care

inpatient care

inpatient hospital care

upper endoscopy for treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within Illinois, Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD performed more biopsy, diagnostic EGD, diagnostic endoscopy, gastrointestinal procedures, inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital), and therapeutic EGD procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for EGD for treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding, hospital care, inpatient care, inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital), and upper endoscopy for treatment of gastrointestinal bleeding that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	12
catheterization	12
diagnostic procedures	200
doctor visit	228
gastrointestinal procedures	326
hospital care	427
inpatient care	392
minimally invasive procedures	326
outpatient care	35
preventive care	48
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	200

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	205
doctor visit	247
gastrointestinal procedures	261
hospital care	308
inpatient care	267
minimally invasive procedures	261
outpatient care	41
preventive care	26
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	205

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Male	135
Female	229

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	275
Black	39
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	148
From 75 to 84	110
85 and over	45
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	43
Dementia	13
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2014 were hospital care, minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	143
doctor visit	210
gastrointestinal procedures	171
hospital care	174
inpatient care	161
minimally invasive procedures	171
outpatient care	13
preventive care	28
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	143

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Male	124
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	233
Black	25
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	145
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	27
Less than 65	51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	35
Dementia	12
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	176
doctor visit	248
gastrointestinal procedures	248
hospital care	309
inpatient care	267
minimally invasive procedures	248
outpatient care	42
preventive care	48
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	176

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Male	302
Female	500

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	582
Black	74
Hispanic	116
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	346
From 75 to 84	224
85 and over	86
Less than 65	146

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	40
Dementia	15
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2016 were hospital care, minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	11
catheterization	11
diagnostic procedures	305
doctor visit	311
gastrointestinal procedures	409
hospital care	423
inpatient care	390
minimally invasive procedures	409
outpatient care	33
preventive care	45
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	305

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Male	213
Female	305

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	379
Black	51
Hispanic	69
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	226
From 75 to 84	140
85 and over	50
Less than 65	102

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	41
Dementia	14
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	238
doctor visit	243
gastrointestinal procedures	280
hospital care	217
inpatient care	199
minimally invasive procedures	280
outpatient care	18
preventive care	16
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	238

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Male	164
Female	213

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	282
Black	43
Hispanic	37
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	167
From 75 to 84	109
85 and over	38
Less than 65	63

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	39
Dementia	14
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	188
doctor visit	210
gastrointestinal procedures	199
hospital care	139
inpatient care	139
minimally invasive procedures	199
preventive care	11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	188

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Male	143
Female	181

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	231
Black	35
Hispanic	37
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	149
From 75 to 84	85
85 and over	30
Less than 65	60

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	0
Dementia	16
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	226
doctor visit	251
gastrointestinal procedures	259
hospital care	222
inpatient care	222
minimally invasive procedures	259
preventive care	15
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	226

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Male	178
Female	210

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	263
Black	43
Hispanic	53
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	184
From 75 to 84	111
85 and over	36
Less than 65	57

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	37
Dementia	18
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	177
doctor visit	221
gastrointestinal procedures	215
hospital care	170
inpatient care	170
minimally invasive procedures	215
preventive care	24
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	177

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Male	146
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	225
Black	31
Hispanic	44
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	151
From 75 to 84	93
85 and over	26
Less than 65	55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	44
Dementia	16
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	176
doctor visit	208
gastrointestinal procedures	216
hospital care	202
inpatient care	202
minimally invasive procedures	216
preventive care	26
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	176

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Male	127
Female	189

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	211
Black	33
Hispanic	42
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	160
From 75 to 84	81
85 and over	29
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	39
Dementia	13
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	182
doctor visit	187
gastrointestinal procedures	197
hospital care	192
inpatient care	192
minimally invasive procedures	197
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	182

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Male	135
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	208
Black	28
Hispanic	52
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	158
From 75 to 84	83
85 and over	40
Less than 65	33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	37
Dementia	10
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, IL were hospital care, minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures and inpatient care.

anastomosis	11
catheterization	11
diagnostic procedures	201
doctor visit	233
gastrointestinal procedures	252
hospital care	253
inpatient care	236
minimally invasive procedures	252
outpatient care	30
preventive care	28
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	201

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD.

**Gender**
Female	214
Male	151

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	36
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	262
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	46
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	37
75 to 84	101
Less than 65	61
65 to 74	166

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	32
Atrial Fibrillation	15
Dementia	12
Cancer	14

Education & Training

Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD graduated from Dow Medical College in 1982. He completed residency at John Stroger Hospital of Cook County. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: Dow Medical College (1982)

Residency: John Stroger Hospital of Cook County (1989)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine (1989)

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Endeavor Health

Rush Digestive Diseases, a Department of Rush Copley Medical Center - Aurora

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Tariq Rahim, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Cook Incorporated	$1,128 ESC - Endoscopic Ultrasound $1,128
AbbVie, Inc.	$569 Humira $513	Creon $57
Allergan Inc.	$513 VIBERZI $369	LINZESS $145
Boston Scientific Corporation	$357 EXPECT $316	ACQUIRE $23	ADVANIX BILIARY STENT $18
AbbVie Inc.	$227 Rinvoq $73	LINZESS $54	Skyrizi $48	Mavyret $28	Creon $23
Other	$360 Manometry $100	PREPOPIK $58	ENTYVIO $42	XELJANZ $38	VIBERZI $19	Other $102

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,729
Travel and Lodging	$1,407
Education	$17

Biography

Dr. Tariq Rahim's specialties are general practice and adult gastroenterology. Dr. Rahim (or staff) speaks Urdu. He is especially interested in gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders) and internal medicine. Dr. Rahim is professionally affiliated with Endeavor Health. He obtained his medical school training at Dow Medical College and performed his residency at John Stroger Hospital of Cook County. His practice in Aurora, IL is open to new patients as reported by Yext.