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Who is Dr. Faust, Gastroenterologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Alison Faust, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Faust is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faust’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Faust typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
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
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Faust typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Faust 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
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
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of West Virginia
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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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.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alison Faust affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faust is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital, Acmh Hospital, Upmc Washington, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Marietta Memorial Hospital, Indiana Regional Medical Center 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 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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