32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Turkish, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Aaron Turkish is a board certified Pediatrician specializing in Pediatric Gastroenterology practicing at NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Queens located in Maspeth, NY. He received his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical College, completed his residency in Pediatrics and fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Turkish is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is board certified in Pediatrics Gastroenterology.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Turkish speak?
Dr. Turkish and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Turkish treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Turkish 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. Turkish. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Left Upper Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- LUQ pain
- Pain in upper left stomach
- Left upper belly pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- Lower belly pain
- Pain in lower abdomen
- Abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1012: Left upper quadrant pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R1030: Lower abdominal pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- High Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hypertriglyceridemia
- Elevated triglycerides
- High blood fats
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Familial High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Genetic Disorder
- Familial hypercholesterolemia
- FH
- Genetic high cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
What procedures does Dr. Turkish perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Turkish 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. Turkish. 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:
- 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
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Turkish accept my insurance?
Dr. Turkish 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. Turkish accept in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Turkish in Flushing, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Turkish's office located?
NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Fresh Meadow Pediatrics
198-15 Horace Harding Expressway
Flushing, NY 11365
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Turkish's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Turkish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205803269.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turkish?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turkish
What is Dr. Aaron Turkish's specialty?
Dr. Turkish is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Flushing, NY. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Turkish to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Aaron Turkish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Turkish is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Queens 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 Aaron Turkish accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?
Yes, Dr. Aaron Turkish is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aaron Turkish offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Turkish's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aaron Turkish?
Please contact Dr. Turkish's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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198-15 Horace Harding Expressway
Flushing, NY 11365