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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pak, Gastroenterologist in Cerritos, CA?
Dr. Jaesoo Pak, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Cerritos, CA. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Pak graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Lahey Clinic, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pak is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pak’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pak’s office at (562) 809-8082.
Where did Dr. Pak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lahey Clinic, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Internal Medicine | Lahey Clinic Hospital | Lahey Clinic Program
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Pak board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Jaesoo Pak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pak speak?
Dr. Pak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Pak typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pak 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. Pak. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Pak typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pak 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. Pak. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Microscopic View
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with optical endomicroscopy
- EGD with advanced imaging
- Flexible endoscopy with cellular imaging
CPT Codes:
- 43252: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with optical endomicroscopy
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Polyp Removal
- Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
- 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
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
- EGD with Polypectomy
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
- Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Does Dr. Pak accept my insurance?
Dr. Pak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 809-8082 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pak accept in Cerritos, CA?
Dr. Pak in Cerritos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Spectrum
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pak's office located?
What is Dr. Pak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023124054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pak
What is Dr. Jaesoo Pak's specialty?
Dr. Pak is a Gastroenterologist near Cerritos, CA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jaesoo Pak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pak is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Uci Health - Fountain Valley 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 Jaesoo Pak accepting new patients in Cerritos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jaesoo Pak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jaesoo Pak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pak's office at (562) 809-8082 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jaesoo Pak?
Please contact Dr. Pak's office at (562) 809-8082 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jaesoo Pak have?
Dr. Jaesoo Pak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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