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Who is Dr. Verga, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Barbara Verga, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Morristown, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Verga graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed her residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University Program. Dr. Verga is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Verga’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Verga’s office.
Where did Dr. Verga go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Upstate Medical University Program
Medical School: Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
What languages does Dr. Verga speak?
Dr. Verga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Verga treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Verga 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. Verga. 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:
- Constipation
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
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
- Small Bowel Crohn's with Issues', 'Ileitis with Complications', 'Complicated Small Intestine Crohn's
- Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K50018: Crohn's disease of small intestine with other complication
- K50818: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with other complication
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Belly Button Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Underweight
- Body Weight
- Low body weight
- Below healthy weight
- Malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- R636: Underweight
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
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:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Milk Allergy
- Food Allergy
- Dairy allergy
- Milk protein allergy
- Allergy to dairy products
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z91011: Allergy to milk products
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Which procedures does Dr. Verga perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Barbara Verga may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Verga's office.
Does Dr. Verga accept my insurance?
Dr. Verga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Verga accept in Morristown, NJ?
Dr. Verga in Morristown, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Verga's office located?
What is Dr. Verga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Verga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952364358.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Verga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Verga
What is Dr. Barbara Verga's specialty?
Dr. Verga is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Morristown, NJ. 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. Verga to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Barbara Verga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Verga is affiliated with Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, Chilton Medical Center - Pompton Plains, Nj 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 Barbara Verga accepting new patients in Morristown, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Verga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Verga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Verga's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Verga?
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