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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Justinich, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Christopher Justinich, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Justinich is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Justinich’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Justinich’s office at (315) 464-8444.
What languages does Dr. Justinich speak?
Dr. Justinich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Justinich treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Justinich 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. Justinich. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
- CVS
- Recurrent vomiting
- Periodic vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
- R1115: Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intestinal Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Nutrient Malabsorption
- Digestive Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K909: Intestinal malabsorption, 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:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
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
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Which procedures does Dr. Justinich perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Justinich 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. Justinich's office.
Does Dr. Justinich accept my insurance?
Dr. Justinich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-8444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Justinich accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Justinich in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Express Scripts
Martin's Point
Molina
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Justinich's office located?
Dr. Christopher Justinich's Primary Practice
725 Irving Ave Ste 504
Syracuse, NY 13210
(315) 464-8444
What is Dr. Justinich's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Justinich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275546467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Justinich?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Justinich
What is Dr. Christopher Justinich's specialty?
Dr. Justinich is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Syracuse, NY. 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. Justinich to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Justinich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Justinich is affiliated with Cayuga 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Christopher Justinich accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Justinich is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Justinich offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Justinich's office at (315) 464-8444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Justinich?
Please contact Dr. Justinich's office at (315) 464-8444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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