Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Punzalan, Gastroenterologist in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Carmi Punzalan, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Punzalan is currently affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center. Dr. Punzalan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Punzalan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Punzalan’s office.
Is Dr. Punzalan board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Carmi Punzalan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Punzalan speak?
Dr. Punzalan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Punzalan typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Punzalan 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. Punzalan. 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.
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
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. Punzalan typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Punzalan 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. Punzalan. 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.
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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
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. Punzalan accept my insurance?
Dr. Punzalan 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. Punzalan accept in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Punzalan in Burlington, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
H & R Block
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Punzalan's office located?
What is Dr. Punzalan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Punzalan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053584037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Punzalan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Punzalan
What is Dr. Carmi Punzalan's specialty?
Dr. Punzalan is a Gastroenterologist near Burlington, MA.
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. Carmi Punzalan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Punzalan is affiliated with Elliot Hospital, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, The Miriam Hospital, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Emerson Health, Dartmouth Hitchcock 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 Carmi Punzalan accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?
Yes, Dr. Carmi Punzalan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carmi Punzalan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Punzalan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carmi Punzalan?
Please contact Dr. Punzalan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carmi Punzalan have?
Dr. Carmi Punzalan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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