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Dr. Christopher Justinich, MD

Syracuse, NY

Accepting patients

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. Dr. Justinich is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. 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 a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Justinich typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    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:

    • Intestinal Malabsorption
    • Malabsorption Syndromes
    • Nutrient Malabsorption
    • Digestive Malabsorption
    • Malabsorption Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Justinich typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Justinich 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    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 Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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

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    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.

    What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Justinich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Justinich is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital, Cayuga Medical Center, Wynn 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

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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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