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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bapat, Gastroenterologist in Plano, TX?
Dr. Vijay Bapat, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bapat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bapat’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bapat’s office at (469) 800-6020.
Is Dr. Bapat board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Bapat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bapat speak?
Dr. Bapat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bapat typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bapat 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. Bapat. 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bapat typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bapat 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. Bapat. 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
Does Dr. Bapat accept my insurance?
Dr. Bapat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (469) 800-6020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bapat accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Bapat in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
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Where is Dr. Bapat's office located?
What is Dr. Bapat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bapat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053570549.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bapat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bapat
What is Dr. Vijay Bapat's specialty?
Dr. Bapat is a Gastroenterologist near Plano, TX.
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. Vijay Bapat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bapat is affiliated with Texas Health Denton, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Mckinney 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 Vijay Bapat accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Bapat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Bapat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bapat's office at (469) 800-6020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Bapat?
Please contact Dr. Bapat's office at (469) 800-6020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vijay Bapat have?
Dr. Vijay Bapat is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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