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Who is Dr. Rao, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Meenakshi Rao, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Is Dr. Rao board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Meenakshi Rao, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rao treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- 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
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease with Rectal Bleeding
- Crohn's Disease
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Crohn’s Disease
- Crohn's Disease with GI Bleeding', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Bleeding', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Rectal Bleeding
- Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50811: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with rectal bleeding
- K50818: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with other complication
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
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:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
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:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Other Types of Obesity
- Obesity
- Unspecified Obesity
- Obesity Not Due to Excess Calories
- Secondary Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E668: Other obesity
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
Which procedures does Dr. Rao perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Meenakshi Rao 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. Rao's office.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rao in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043493273.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Meenakshi Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Boston, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Rao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Meenakshi Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Meenakshi Rao accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Meenakshi Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meenakshi Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meenakshi Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meenakshi Rao have?
Dr. Meenakshi Rao is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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