Dr. Laurence Bailen, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Newton, MA. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Bailen graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Gastroenterology; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine.
Dr. Bailen is fluent in English, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bailen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bailen’s office at (617) 969-1227.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bailen?
Dr. Laurence Bailen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hepatologist 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. Bailen empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatitis, Liver Disease, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Newton/MA community, Dr. Bailen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bailen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Gastroenterology; Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bailen board certified as a Hepatologist?
Yes, Dr. Laurence Bailen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bailen speak?
Dr. Bailen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Russian
What conditions does Dr. Bailen treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Bailen 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. Bailen. 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:
Colon Polyps
Colonic Polyps
Colorectal Polyps
Intestinal Polyps
Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified
Also known as:
Acid Reflux
GERD with Esophagitis
GERD
Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Gastroesophageal Reflux
Heartburn
Indigestion
Reflux Esophagitis
Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
Diaphragmatic Hernia
Hernia
Hiatal Hernia
Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
Cancer
Family History
Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
Family history of GI cancer
Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
What procedures does Dr. Bailen perform?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Bailen 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. Bailen. 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 with Tissue Removal
Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
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
Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
Endoscopic Hemostasis
Colonoscopy for Bleeding
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)
45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method
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
EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound
Colonoscopy with Injections
Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
Colonoscopy
EGD with Biopsy
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
Upper GI Endoscopy
Stomach Scope with Sample
Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
EGD with Balloon Widening
Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
Esophageal Dilation
EGD with Dilation
Upper Endoscopy with Widening
Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound
EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound
Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
Colon Scope with Medication
Therapeutic Colonoscopy
EGD with Band Ligation
Esophageal Varices Banding
Gastric Varices Treatment
CPT Codes:
43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
43237: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures
45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
Also known as:
ERCP with Sphincterotomy
ERCP with Stent Placement
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
Bile duct scope
Pancreatic duct scope
Papillotomy
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography with Stent
Bile Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
Pancreatic Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
CPT Codes:
43262: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with sphincterotomy/papillotomy
43274: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with placement of endoscopic stent into biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent
Also known as:
ERCP with Gallstone Removal
ERCP
Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
Biliary Duct Stone Removal
Pancreatic Duct Cleaning
CPT Codes:
43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
Also known as:
Endoscopic Tube Placement into Bile or Pancreatic Duct
ERCP Cannulation
Bile Duct Cannulation
Pancreatic Duct Access (Endoscopic)
CPT Codes:
43273: Endoscopic cannulation of papilla with direct visualization of pancreatic/common bile duct(s) (List separately in addition to code(s) for primary 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:
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
Also known as:
Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound Biopsy
Biopsy
Endoscopy
Ultrasound
EGD with EUS-FNA
Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
Esophageal/Stomach Biopsy
CPT Codes:
43238: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s), (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures)
Also known as:
Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
EGD with Bleeding Control
Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
Gastric Bleeding Treatment
CPT Codes:
43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method
Also known as:
Endoscopy and Biopsy of Small Intestine Pouch
Kock pouch endoscopy
Ileal reservoir evaluation
Small bowel pouch biopsy
CPT Codes:
44386: Endoscopic evaluation of small intestinal pouch (eg, Kock pouch, ileal reservoir [S or J]); with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound and Biopsy
Biopsy
Endoscopy
Ultrasound
EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
Transoral EUS-FNA
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
43242: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s) (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis)
Also known as:
Capsule Endoscopy
Pill Camera
Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
Intestinal Imaging Pill
CPT Codes:
91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Bailen accept my insurance?
Dr. Bailen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 969-1227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bailen accept in Newton, MA?
Dr. Bailen in Newton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Bailen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bailen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922078930.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bailen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bailen
What is Dr. Laurence Bailen's specialty?
Dr. Bailen is a Hepatologist near Newton, MA.
Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case. Contact Dr. Bailen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laurence Bailen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bailen is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley 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 Laurence Bailen accepting new patients in Newton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Laurence Bailen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurence Bailen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bailen's office at (617) 969-1227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurence Bailen?
Please contact Dr. Bailen's office at (617) 969-1227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laurence Bailen have?
Dr. Laurence Bailen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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