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Dr. Laura Sahyoun, MD

Dr. Laura Sahyoun, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sahyoun, Gastroenterologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Laura Sahyoun is an assistant professor of medicine at the Jill Roberts Center for IBD at Weill Cornell Medicine, specializing in the care of patients with inflammatory bowel diseases. She completed her medical school, internal medicine residency, and chief residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School followed by gastroenterology fellowship at Yale New Haven Hospital, where she was chief fellow. She completed a subspecialty training year in inflammatory bowel disease at New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medicine. Her research interests include healthcare inequities and socioeconomic determinants of health, and utilization of intestinal ultrasound in guiding treatment management for Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC). Dr. Sahyoun is committed to providing high quality patient care, is active in clinical trials, and contributes to multicenter collaborative research efforts to advance knowledge and treatment of IBD. She is an active member of the American College of Gastroenterology and the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation.

    What languages does Dr. Sahyoun speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sahyoun treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sahyoun 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. Sahyoun. 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:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Small Bowel Crohn's with Issues', 'Ileitis with Complications', 'Complicated Small Intestine Crohn's
    • Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K50018: Crohn's disease of small intestine with other complication
    • K50818: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with other complication

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Chronic Pancolitis with Complications
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Complications
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K51018: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with other complication

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Sahyoun perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sahyoun 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. Sahyoun. 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:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Sahyoun accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sahyoun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sahyoun accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Sahyoun in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sahyoun's office located?

    Gastroenterology and Hepatology at David H. Koch Center

    Gastroenterology and Hepatology at David H. Koch Center

    1283 York Avenue

    9th Floor

    New York, NY 10065

    (917) 300-0553

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

    Dr. Sahyoun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295198760.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sahyoun?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Sahyoun's specialty?

    Dr. Sahyoun is a Gastroenterologist near New York, NY. 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. Sahyoun to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laura Sahyoun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sahyoun is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center 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 Laura Sahyoun accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Sahyoun is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Sahyoun offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sahyoun's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Sahyoun?

    Please contact Dr. Sahyoun's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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