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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Faust, Gastroenterologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Alison Faust, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Faust is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faust’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faust’s office at (412) 647-1170.
Is Dr. Faust board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Alison Faust, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Faust speak?
Dr. Faust and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Faust treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Faust 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. Faust. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Primary biliary cholangitis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
- PBC
- Autoimmune bile duct disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
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:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Hepatitis C
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
- Hep C
- HCV infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
- B1920: Unspecified viral hepatitis C without hepatic coma
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Hepatic Encephalopathy
- Portosystemic encephalopathy
- PSE
- Brain fog from liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7682: Hepatic encephalopathy
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:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
Also known as:
- Other Heart Chamber Birth Defects
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Congenital Cardiac Chamber Anomalies
- Heart Connection Malformations
- Unusual Heart Defects
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q208: Other congenital malformations of cardiac chambers and connections
Which procedures does Dr. Faust perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alison Faust 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. Faust's office.
Does Dr. Faust accept my insurance?
Dr. Faust accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-1170 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Faust accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Faust in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of West Virginia
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Faust's office located?
What is Dr. Faust's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Faust's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811163918.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faust?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Faust
What is Dr. Alison Faust's specialty?
Dr. Faust is a Gastroenterologist near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Faust to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alison Faust affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faust is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital, Acmh Hospital, Whs Washington Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Alison Faust accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alison Faust is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alison Faust offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Faust's office at (412) 647-1170 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Faust?
Please contact Dr. Faust's office at (412) 647-1170 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alison Faust have?
Dr. Alison Faust is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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