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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gandhi, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Vista, CA?
Dr. Dhruvil Gandhi, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Vista, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Gandhi is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gandhi’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gandhi’s office at (760) 295-2924.
Is Dr. Gandhi board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Dhruvil Gandhi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gandhi speak?
Dr. Gandhi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gandhi treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Gandhi 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. Gandhi. 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:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Acute Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
- Tear in Anus
- Fresh Anal Tear
- Acute Rectal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
- K600: Acute anal fissure
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Abscess
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula in Anus
- Rectal Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Ileostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Ileostomy Management
- Small Intestine Stoma Care
- Ileostomy Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83019: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Bladder-Intestine Fistula
- Bladder Disease
- Colonic Disease
- Fistulas
- Enterovesical Fistula
- Fistula between Bladder and Bowel
- Colovesical Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- N321: Vesicointestinal fistula
What procedures does Dr. Gandhi perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Gandhi 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. Gandhi. 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:
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
CPT Codes:
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
Also known as:
- Anal Skin Tag Removal
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Anal Papilla Excision
- Perianal Skin Tag Removal
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Surgery
- Perianal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46220: Excision of single external papilla or tag, anus
- 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
Also known as:
- Removal of Anal Lesions (Electrocautery)
- Extensive Anal Lesion Removal
- Anal Wart Removal (Electrocautery)
- Electrosurgical Destruction of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Excision
- Electrodessication of Anal Condyloma
- Anal wart removal
- Destruction of anal condyloma
- Anal papilloma treatment
- Anal lesion ablation
CPT Codes:
- 46910: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; electrodesiccation
- 46924: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), extensive (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery)
Also known as:
- Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Diagnostic Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Rectal and Lower Colon Scope
- Rigid Sigmoidoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45300: Proctosigmoidoscopy, rigid; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Seton Placement
- Fistula Seton Insertion
- Drainage Seton Placement
- Anal Fistula Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46020: Placement of seton
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Unna Boot Application
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation
- PTNS
- Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
- Tibial Neuromodulation
- Urinary Incontinence Nerve Stimulation
CPT Codes:
- 64566: Posterior tibial neurostimulation, percutaneous needle electrode, single treatment, includes programming
Does Dr. Gandhi accept my insurance?
Dr. Gandhi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 295-2924 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gandhi accept in Vista, CA?
Dr. Gandhi in Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gandhi's office located?
Dr. Dhruvil Gandhi's Primary Practice
2095 W Vista Way Ste 106
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 295-2924
What is Dr. Gandhi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gandhi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083887277.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gandhi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gandhi
What is Dr. Dhruvil Gandhi's specialty?
Dr. Gandhi is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Vista, CA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Gandhi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dhruvil Gandhi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gandhi is affiliated with Sharp 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 Dhruvil Gandhi accepting new patients in Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dhruvil Gandhi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dhruvil Gandhi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office at (760) 295-2924 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dhruvil Gandhi?
Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office at (760) 295-2924 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dhruvil Gandhi have?
Dr. Dhruvil Gandhi is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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