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Who is Dr. Ananthakrishnan, Gastroenterologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ananthakrishnan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ananthakrishnan’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ananthakrishnan’s office at (617) 726-0267.
Is Dr. Ananthakrishnan board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ananthakrishnan speak?
Dr. Ananthakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Ananthakrishnan treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ananthakrishnan 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. Ananthakrishnan. 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:
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease with Fistula
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Fistulas
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
- Small Bowel Crohn's with Issues', 'Ileitis with Complications', 'Complicated Small Intestine Crohn's
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease with Abnormal Connection', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Fistula', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Fistula
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
- K50019: Crohn's disease of small intestine with unspecified complications
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
- K50813: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with fistula
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Colitis
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
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:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Which procedures does Dr. Ananthakrishnan perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan 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. Ananthakrishnan's office.
Does Dr. Ananthakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ananthakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-0267 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ananthakrishnan accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Ananthakrishnan in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ananthakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan's Primary Practice
165 Cambridge St Fl 9
Boston, MA 02114
(617) 726-0267
What is Dr. Ananthakrishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ananthakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033292545.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ananthakrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ananthakrishnan
What is Dr. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Ananthakrishnan is a Gastroenterologist near Boston, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Ananthakrishnan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ananthakrishnan is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Elliot 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Ashwin Ananthakrishnan accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ananthakrishnan's office at (617) 726-0267 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashwin Ananthakrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Ananthakrishnan's office at (617) 726-0267 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan have?
Dr. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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