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Dr. Narayan Dharel, MD, PHD

Fredericksburg, VA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dharel, Gastroenterologist in Fredericksburg, VA?

    Dr. Narayan Dharel, MD, PHD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Fredericksburg, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Dharel is fluent in English, Hindi, Japanese, and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dharel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dharel’s office at (540) 371-7600.

    Where did Dr. Dharel go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Md From Tribhuvan University Institute of Medicine

    Is Dr. Dharel board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Narayan Dharel, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dharel speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Japanese

    • Nepali

    What conditions does Dr. Dharel treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Dharel 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. Dharel. 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.

    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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Left lower quadrant pain
    • Pain in left side of belly
    • Left side abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1032: Left lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula
    • Colon Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
    • Family history of GI cancer
    • Hereditary digestive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

    Also known as:

    • Indigestion
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
    • Dyspepsia
    • Upset Stomach
    • Stomach Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K30: Functional dyspepsia

    Does Dr. Dharel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dharel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 371-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dharel accept in Fredericksburg, VA?

    Dr. Dharel in Fredericksburg, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dharel's office located?

    Dr. Narayan Dharel's Primary Practice

    1031 Care Way

    Fredericksburg, VA 22401

    (540) 371-7600

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    Dr. Narayan Dharel's Practice 2

    101 Hospital Center Blvd

    Stafford, VA 22554

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

    Dr. Dharel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942464102.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dharel?

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

    What is Dr. Narayan Dharel's specialty?

    Dr. Dharel is a Gastroenterologist near Fredericksburg, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Dharel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Narayan Dharel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dharel is affiliated with Mary Washington Hospital, Stafford 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Narayan Dharel accepting new patients in Fredericksburg, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Narayan Dharel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Narayan Dharel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dharel's office at (540) 371-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Narayan Dharel?

    Please contact Dr. Dharel's office at (540) 371-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Narayan Dharel have?

    Dr. Narayan Dharel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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