Dr. Samiappan Muthusamy, MD

Union, NJ

56 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Muthusamy, Gastroenterologist in Union, NJ?

Dr. Samiappan Muthusamy, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Union, NJ. He has been practicing for over 56 years. He is a member of the American Board of Gastroenterology. Dr. Muthusamy is fluent in English, Italian, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muthusamy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muthusamy’s office.

Where did Dr. Muthusamy go to medical school and complete their residency?

Medical School: Stanley Medical College, Madras University

What languages does Dr. Muthusamy speak?

Dr. Muthusamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Italian
Spanish
Tamil

What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Muthusamy typically treat?

As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Muthusamy 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. Muthusamy. 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:

Fatty Liver Disease
Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
NAFLD
NASH
Hepatic steatosis

ICD-10 Codes:

K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Muthusamy typically perform?

As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Muthusamy 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. Muthusamy. 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:

Liver Elastography
Elastography
FibroScan
Liver stiffness test
Shear wave elastography

CPT Codes:

91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

Does Dr. Muthusamy accept my insurance?

Dr. Muthusamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Muthusamy accept in Union, NJ?

Dr. Muthusamy in Union, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Muthusamy's office located?

Dr. Samiappan Muthusamy's Primary Practice

695 Chestnut St

Union, NJ 07083

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Recognitions

Memberships & Associations

Board Certified of American Board of Gastroenterology

What is Dr. Muthusamy's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Muthusamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497713184.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muthusamy?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Muthusamy

What is Dr. Samiappan Muthusamy's specialty?

Dr. Muthusamy is a Gastroenterologist near Union, NJ.

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 Dr. Samiappan Muthusamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Muthusamy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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