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Dr. Karla Vaz, MD

Columbus, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vaz, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Karla Vaz, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Vaz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaz’s office at (614) 722-6682.

    Is Dr. Vaz board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karla Vaz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Vaz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Vaz typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Vaz 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. Vaz. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Panenteric Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn's of Both Bowels
    • Generalized Crohn's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    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:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Vaz typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Vaz 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. Vaz. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Vaz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 722-6682 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vaz accept in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Vaz in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Independence Health Group

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Vaz's office located?

    Dr. Karla Vaz's Primary Practice

    700 Childrens Dr

    Columbus, OH 43205

    (614) 722-6682

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    Dr. Karla Vaz's Practice 2

    555 S 18th St

    Columbus, OH 43205

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

    Dr. Vaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558535781.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaz?

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

    What is Dr. Karla Vaz's specialty?

    Dr. Vaz is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Columbus, OH.

    What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.

    Is this Dr. Karla Vaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vaz is affiliated with Uk King's Daughters Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Karla Vaz accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Karla Vaz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karla Vaz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vaz's office at (614) 722-6682 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karla Vaz?

    Please contact Dr. Vaz's office at (614) 722-6682 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karla Vaz have?

    Dr. Karla Vaz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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