Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gilotra, Gastroenterologist in Wheaton, MD?
Dr. Rahul Gilotra, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Wheaton, MD. He is board certified. Dr. Gilotra graduated from Lady Hardinge Medical College and completed his residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Gastroenterology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gilotra is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilotra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilotra’s office at (301) 942-2105.
Where did Dr. Gilotra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, Gastroenterology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine | Saint Elizabeths Hospital-DC Department of Behavioral Health Program
Medical School: University Coll Of Med Scis- University Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India | Lady Hardinge Medical College | Butler University in Indianapolis | University of Calabar College of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Gilotra board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Rahul Gilotra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gilotra speak?
Dr. Gilotra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Gilotra typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Gilotra 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. Gilotra. 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 here.
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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Gilotra typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Gilotra 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. Gilotra. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Polyp/Tumor Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible colonoscopy with ablation
- Colon polyp removal
- Colon tumor destruction
- Therapeutic colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 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
- 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
Does Dr. Gilotra accept my insurance?
Dr. Gilotra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 942-2105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gilotra accept in Wheaton, MD?
Dr. Gilotra in Wheaton, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Gilotra's office located?
What is Dr. Gilotra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gilotra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730299298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilotra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gilotra
What is Dr. Rahul Gilotra's specialty?
Dr. Gilotra is a Gastroenterologist near Wheaton, MD.
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. Rahul Gilotra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gilotra is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, The Johns Hopkins 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 Rahul Gilotra accepting new patients in Wheaton, MD?
Yes, Dr. Rahul Gilotra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rahul Gilotra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gilotra's office at (301) 942-2105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rahul Gilotra?
Please contact Dr. Gilotra's office at (301) 942-2105 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rahul Gilotra have?
Dr. Rahul Gilotra is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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