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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Pooran, Gastroenterologist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Nakechand Pooran, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Pooran completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pooran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pooran’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pooran’s office at (352) 265-0111.
Where did Dr. Pooran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: St George',s University
Is Dr. Pooran board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Nakechand Pooran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pooran speak?
Dr. Pooran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pooran treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pooran 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. Pooran. 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:
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Pooran perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pooran 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. Pooran. 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
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
- 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)
Also known as:
- ERCP with Stent Placement
- ERCP for Bile/Pancreatic Stent Exchange
- ERCP with Sphincterotomy
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography with Stent
- Bile Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
- Pancreatic Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
- Bile duct stent replacement (ERCP)
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography with stent exchange
- Biliary stent removal and replacement
- Pancreatic duct stent exchange
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
- Bile duct scope
- Pancreatic duct scope
- Papillotomy
CPT Codes:
- 43274: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with placement of endoscopic stent into biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent
- 43276: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal and exchange of stent(s), biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent exchanged
- 43262: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with sphincterotomy/papillotomy
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Also known as:
- ERCP with Gallstone Removal
- ERCP
- Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
- Biliary Duct Stone Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
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 for Foreign Body Removal
- EGD for Foreign Body
- Gastroscopy for Object Removal
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy for Foreign Body
CPT Codes:
- 43247: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of foreign body(s)
Does Dr. Pooran accept my insurance?
Dr. Pooran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 265-0111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pooran accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Pooran in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Department of Veterans Affairs
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Where is Dr. Pooran's office located?
Dr. Nakechand Pooran's Primary Practice
1600 SW Archer Rd Ste 100371
Gainesville, FL 32610
(352) 265-0111
Dr. Nakechand Pooran's Practice 3
of Gastroenterology And Hepatology Univerisy of Florida
Gainesville, FL 32610
What is Dr. Pooran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pooran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841258449.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pooran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pooran
What is Dr. Nakechand Pooran's specialty?
Dr. Pooran is a Gastroenterologist near Gainesville, FL. 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. Pooran to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nakechand Pooran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pooran is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uf Health Shands Hospital, Malcom Randall Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Lake City Va Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Nakechand Pooran accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Nakechand Pooran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nakechand Pooran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pooran's office at (352) 265-0111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nakechand Pooran?
Please contact Dr. Pooran's office at (352) 265-0111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nakechand Pooran have?
Dr. Nakechand Pooran is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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