Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alagugurusamy, Gastroenterologist in Mount Vernon, WA?
Dr. Sankar Alagugurusamy, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Alagugurusamy is fluent in English, Tamil, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alagugurusamy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alagugurusamy’s office at (360) 814-6113.
Is Dr. Alagugurusamy board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Sankar Alagugurusamy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alagugurusamy speak?
Dr. Alagugurusamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Alagugurusamy treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Alagugurusamy 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. Alagugurusamy. 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:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
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:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Other Digestive System Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Digestive Disease
- Colonic Polyps
- Past GI Disorder
- Previous Digestive Problem
- History of Gastrointestinal Illness
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
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:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Esophageal Ulcer
- Esophagus Disorder
- Ulcer in Esophagus
- Sore in Esophagus
- Esophageal Sore
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2210: Ulcer of esophagus without bleeding
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Alagugurusamy perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sankar Alagugurusamy may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alagugurusamy's office.
Does Dr. Alagugurusamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Alagugurusamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 814-6113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alagugurusamy accept in Mount Vernon, WA?
Dr. Alagugurusamy in Mount Vernon, WA 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
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
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Where is Dr. Alagugurusamy's office located?
Dr. Sankar Alagugurusamy's Primary Practice
1415 E Kincaid St
Mount Vernon, WA 98274
(360) 814-6113
What is Dr. Alagugurusamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alagugurusamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093970576.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alagugurusamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alagugurusamy
What is Dr. Sankar Alagugurusamy's specialty?
Dr. Alagugurusamy is a Gastroenterologist near Mount Vernon, WA. 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. Alagugurusamy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sankar Alagugurusamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alagugurusamy is affiliated with Skagit Valley Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sankar Alagugurusamy accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, WA?
Yes, Dr. Sankar Alagugurusamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sankar Alagugurusamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alagugurusamy's office at (360) 814-6113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sankar Alagugurusamy?
Please contact Dr. Alagugurusamy's office at (360) 814-6113 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sankar Alagugurusamy have?
Dr. Sankar Alagugurusamy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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