33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Turtel, Gastroenterologist in Brick, NJ?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Turtel?
Dr. Penny Turtel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Turtel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Celiac Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Inflammatory Bowel Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brick, NJ community, Dr. Turtel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Turtel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Turtel board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Penny Turtel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Turtel speak?
Dr. Turtel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hebrew
- Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Turtel typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Turtel 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. Turtel. 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:
- 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
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp 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:
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Turtel typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Turtel 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. Turtel. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp/Tumor Removal
- 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 ablation
- Colon polyp removal
- Colon tumor destruction
- Therapeutic colonoscopy
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)
- 45388: Colonoscopy, flexible; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
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 Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Tumor Ablation
- EGD with Ablation
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Ablation
- Flexible Endoscopy Lesion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43270: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
Does Dr. Turtel accept my insurance?
Dr. Turtel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 222-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Turtel accept in Brick, NJ?
Dr. Turtel in Brick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Turtel's office located?
Dr. Penny Turtel's Primary Practice
1640 Route 88 W Ste 202
Brick, NJ 08724
(732) 222-5200
201 Advanced Gastroenterology Associates Llc
475 Rt 520 201 Advanced Gastroenterology Associates Llc
Marlboro, NJ 07746
What hospitals are Dr. Turtel affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Turtel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Turtel's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Turtel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609847730.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turtel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turtel