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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bloom, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Lauren Bloom, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bloom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bloom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bloom’s office at (404) 778-1440.
What languages does Dr. Bloom speak?
Dr. Bloom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bloom typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bloom 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. Bloom. 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:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Bloom typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bloom 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. Bloom. 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:
- Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
- Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
- GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Bloom accept my insurance?
Dr. Bloom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 778-1440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bloom accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Bloom in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bloom's office located?
What is Dr. Bloom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bloom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144761420.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bloom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bloom
What is Dr. Lauren Bloom's specialty?
Dr. Bloom is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Atlanta, GA.
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. Lauren Bloom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bloom is affiliated with Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville 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 Lauren Bloom accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Bloom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Bloom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bloom's office at (404) 778-1440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Bloom?
Please contact Dr. Bloom's office at (404) 778-1440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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