Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buadoo-Croffie, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Joseph Buadoo-Croffie, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Buadoo-Croffie graduated from The University of Liberia, A.M. Dogliotti College of Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Buadoo-Croffie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buadoo-Croffie’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buadoo-Croffie’s office at (317) 944-3774.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Buadoo-Croffie?
Dr. Joseph Buadoo-Croffie, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Buadoo-Croffie empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Constipation, Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Indianapolis/IN community, Dr. Buadoo-Croffie is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Buadoo-Croffie go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition, Riley Hospital for Children, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis
Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program
Medical School: University of Liberia, Am Dogliotti Coll of Med, Monrovia, Liberia | Am Dogliotti College Of Medicine, University Of Liberia | The University of Liberia, A.M. Dogliotti College of Medicine | A.M. Dogliotti College of Medicine
Is Dr. Buadoo-Croffie board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Buadoo-Croffie, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Buadoo-Croffie speak?
Dr. Buadoo-Croffie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buadoo-Croffie treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Buadoo-Croffie 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. Buadoo-Croffie. 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Vomiting Without Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Throwing Up Without Feeling Sick
- Sudden Vomiting
- Emisis without Nausea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R1111: Vomiting without nausea
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Functional Intestinal Disorder
- Digestive Disease
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- Digestive Motility Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5989: Other specified functional intestinal disorders
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastroparesis
- Stomach Disorder
- Delayed Gastric Emptying
- Stomach Paralysis
- Gastric Motility Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3184: Gastroparesis
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Buadoo-Croffie perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Buadoo-Croffie 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. Buadoo-Croffie. 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:
- 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
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Anal Biopsy
- Rectal Wall Biopsy
- Anorectal Biopsy
- Anal Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45100: Biopsy of anorectal wall, anal approach (eg, congenital megacolon)
Also known as:
- Anorectal Manometry
- Rectal Pressure Test
- Anal Manometry
- Pelvic Floor Function Test
- Bowel Control Test
CPT Codes:
- 91122: Anorectal manometry
Also known as:
- Colon Manometry Study
- Colonic Motility Test
- Colon Pressure Study
- Intestinal Motility Test
CPT Codes:
- 91117: Colon motility (manometric) study, minimum 6 hours continuous recording (including provocation tests, eg, meal, intracolonic balloon distension, pharmacologic agents, if performed), with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Wireless Esophageal pH Test
- Esophageal pH Test
- Bravo pH Test
- Esophageal Reflux Monitoring
- Acid Reflux Test
CPT Codes:
- 91035: Esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux test; with mucosal attached telemetry pH electrode placement, recording, analysis and interpretation
Does Dr. Buadoo-Croffie accept my insurance?
Dr. Buadoo-Croffie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 944-3774 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buadoo-Croffie accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Buadoo-Croffie in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
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Iowa Health System
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State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Buadoo-Croffie's office located?
Dr. Joseph Buadoo-Croffie's Primary Practice
705 Riley Hospital Dr # 4210
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 944-3774
What is Dr. Buadoo-Croffie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buadoo-Croffie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164538690.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buadoo-Croffie?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buadoo-Croffie
What is Dr. Joseph Buadoo-Croffie's specialty?
Dr. Buadoo-Croffie is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Indianapolis, IN. 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. Contact Dr. Buadoo-Croffie to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Buadoo-Croffie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buadoo-Croffie is affiliated with IU Health North 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 Joseph Buadoo-Croffie accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Buadoo-Croffie is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Buadoo-Croffie offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buadoo-Croffie's office at (317) 944-3774 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Buadoo-Croffie?
Please contact Dr. Buadoo-Croffie's office at (317) 944-3774 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Buadoo-Croffie have?
Dr. Joseph Buadoo-Croffie is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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