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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ojuro, Gastroenterologist in Carrollton, GA?
Dr. Peter Ojuro, DO is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Carrollton, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Ojuro is fluent in English, Latvian, Spanish, and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ojuro’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ojuro’s office at (229) 226-5788.
What languages does Dr. Ojuro speak?
Dr. Ojuro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Latvian
Spanish
Swahili
What conditions does Dr. Ojuro treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ojuro 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. Ojuro. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
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:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
What procedures does Dr. Ojuro perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ojuro 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. Ojuro. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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:
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Ojuro accept my insurance?
Dr. Ojuro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 226-5788 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ojuro accept in Carrollton, GA?
Dr. Ojuro in Carrollton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
D. H. Evans Associates
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Georgia
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Ojuro's office located?
Dr. Peter Ojuro's Primary Practice
157 Clinic Ave Ste 201
Carrollton, GA 30117
(229) 226-5788
What is Dr. Ojuro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ojuro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992919559.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ojuro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ojuro
What is Dr. Peter Ojuro's specialty?
Dr. Ojuro is a Gastroenterologist near Carrollton, GA. 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. Ojuro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peter Ojuro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ojuro is affiliated with Tanner Medical Center - Carrollton, Tanner Medical Center - Villa Rica, McLaren Northern Michigan 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 Peter Ojuro accepting new patients in Carrollton, GA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Ojuro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Ojuro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ojuro's office at (229) 226-5788 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Ojuro?
Please contact Dr. Ojuro's office at (229) 226-5788 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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