30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Muhumuza, Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Robert Muhumuza, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Muhumuza completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Gastroenterology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Muhumuza is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muhumuza’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muhumuza’s office.
Where did Dr. Muhumuza go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Gastroenterology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Makerere University, Med Sch, Kampala, Uganda
What languages does Dr. Muhumuza speak?
Dr. Muhumuza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Muhumuza treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Muhumuza 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. Muhumuza. 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:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Vomiting Blood
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K920: Hematemesis
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
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:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Feeling Full Quickly
- Digestive Disease
- Early fullness
- Premature satiety
- Feeling full after small meals
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6881: Early satiety
Also known as:
- Other Specific Bile Duct and Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Specific Biliary Disorders
- Named Bile Duct Conditions
- Other Defined Biliary Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- K838: Other specified diseases of biliary tract
Which procedures does Dr. Muhumuza perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Muhumuza may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Muhumuza's office.
Does Dr. Muhumuza accept my insurance?
Dr. Muhumuza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Muhumuza accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Muhumuza in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Missouri Care Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Muhumuza's office located?
What is Dr. Muhumuza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Muhumuza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073524591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muhumuza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Muhumuza
What is Dr. Robert Muhumuza's specialty?
Dr. Muhumuza is a Gastroenterologist near Baton Rouge, LA. 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. Muhumuza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Muhumuza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Muhumuza is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 Robert Muhumuza accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Muhumuza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Muhumuza offer online booking?
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How can I make an appointment with Robert Muhumuza?
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