Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pou, Gastroenterologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Ricardo Pou, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Pou graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Gastroenterology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pou is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pou’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pou’s office at (212) 316-3276.
Where did Dr. Pou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Gastroenterology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny | University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Is Dr. Pou board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Pou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pou speak?
Dr. Pou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Pou typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pou 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. Pou. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Pou typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pou 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. Pou. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp 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
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
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
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
- EGD with Polypectomy
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
- Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Does Dr. Pou accept my insurance?
Dr. Pou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 316-3276 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pou accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Pou in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Molina Healthcare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Pou's office located?
What is Dr. Pou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396847976.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pou
What is Dr. Ricardo Pou's specialty?
Dr. Pou is a Gastroenterologist near New York, NY.
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. Ricardo Pou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pou is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Lenox Hill Hospital, Mount Sinai West 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 Ricardo Pou accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Pou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Pou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pou's office at (212) 316-3276 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Pou?
Please contact Dr. Pou's office at (212) 316-3276 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricardo Pou have?
Dr. Ricardo Pou is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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