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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gayam, Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Vijay Bhaskar Gayam, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gayam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gayam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gayam’s office at (214) 633-5555.
What languages does Dr. Gayam speak?
Dr. Gayam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Gayam typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Gayam 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. Gayam. 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:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Vomiting Blood
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K920: Hematemesis
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Gayam typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Gayam 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. Gayam. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Does Dr. Gayam accept my insurance?
Dr. Gayam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 633-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gayam accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Gayam in Shreveport, LA 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gayam's office located?
Dr. Vijay Bhaskar Gayam's Primary Practice
1449 E Bert Kouns Ind Loop Ste 101
Shreveport, LA 71105
(214) 633-5555
What is Dr. Gayam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gayam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316296668.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gayam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gayam
What is Dr. Vijay Bhaskar Gayam's specialty?
Dr. Gayam is a Gastroenterologist near Shreveport, LA.
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. Vijay Bhaskar Gayam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gayam is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center, Camc General Hospital, Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas, Medina Hospital 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 Vijay Bhaskar Gayam accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Bhaskar Gayam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Bhaskar Gayam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gayam's office at (214) 633-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Bhaskar Gayam?
Please contact Dr. Gayam's office at (214) 633-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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