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Dr. Gauree Konijeti, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Konijeti, Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Gauree Konijeti, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Konijeti is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Konijeti’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Konijeti’s office at (858) 554-8879.

    Is Dr. Konijeti board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gauree Konijeti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Konijeti speak?

    Dr. Konijeti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Konijeti typically treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Konijeti 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. Konijeti. 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 here.

    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:

    • Ulcerative Pancolitis
    • Ulcerative Pancolitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Chronic Pancolitis
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Pancolitis with Bloody Stool
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding from Pancolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
    • K51011: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease with Fistula
    • Crohn's Disease
    • Fistulas
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Crohn's Disease with Abnormal Connection
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Fistula
    • Panenteric Crohn's with Fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K50813: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with fistula

    What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Konijeti typically perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Konijeti 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. Konijeti. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Balloon Dilation
    • 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
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Dilation
    • Colon Dilation during Colonoscopy
    • Endoscopic Balloon Dilation of Colon

    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
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45386: Colonoscopy, flexible; with transendoscopic balloon dilation

    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:

    • Endoscopy and Biopsy of Small Intestine Pouch
    • Kock pouch endoscopy
    • Ileal reservoir evaluation
    • Small bowel pouch biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44386: Endoscopic evaluation of small intestinal pouch (eg, Kock pouch, ileal reservoir [S or J]); with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening

    CPT Codes:

    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)

    Does Dr. Konijeti accept my insurance?

    Dr. Konijeti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-8879 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Konijeti accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Konijeti in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Konijeti's office located?

    Scripps Digestive And Liver Diseases

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 554-8879

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    What is Dr. Konijeti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Konijeti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942460001.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Konijeti?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Konijeti

    What is Dr. Gauree Konijeti's specialty?

    Dr. Konijeti is a Gastroenterologist near La Jolla, CA.

    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. Gauree Konijeti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Konijeti is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Gauree Konijeti accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gauree Konijeti is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gauree Konijeti offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Konijeti's office at (858) 554-8879 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gauree Konijeti?

    Please contact Dr. Konijeti's office at (858) 554-8879 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gauree Konijeti have?

    Dr. Gauree Konijeti is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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