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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brijbassie, Gastroenterologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Alan Brijbassie, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Brijbassie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brijbassie’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brijbassie’s office at (434) 654-5260.
Is Dr. Brijbassie board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Alan Brijbassie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brijbassie speak?
Dr. Brijbassie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Brijbassie typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Brijbassie 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. Brijbassie. 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:
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Swallowing problems
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1319: Other dysphagia
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Brijbassie typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Brijbassie 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. Brijbassie. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
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:
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound (EUS)
- EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
- Esophageal ultrasound
- Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
- Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis
Also known as:
- ERCP with Bile or Pancreatic Duct Stent Removal
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
- Bile Duct Stent Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Foreign Body Removal
- ERCP Stone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 43275: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of foreign body(s) or stent(s) from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
Does Dr. Brijbassie accept my insurance?
Dr. Brijbassie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 654-5260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brijbassie accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Brijbassie in Charlottesville, VA 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 Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brijbassie's office located?
Dr. Alan Brijbassie's Primary Practice
500 Martha Jefferson Dr Fl 5
Charlottesville, VA 22911
(434) 654-5260
What is Dr. Brijbassie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brijbassie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992964704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brijbassie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brijbassie
What is Dr. Alan Brijbassie's specialty?
Dr. Brijbassie is a Gastroenterologist near Charlottesville, VA.
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. Alan Brijbassie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brijbassie is affiliated with Augusta Health - Main Campus, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Uva University 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 Alan Brijbassie accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Alan Brijbassie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Brijbassie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brijbassie's office at (434) 654-5260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Brijbassie?
Please contact Dr. Brijbassie's office at (434) 654-5260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Brijbassie have?
Dr. Alan Brijbassie is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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