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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Ananthakrishnan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ananthakrishnan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ananthakrishnan’s office at (617) 726-7411.
Is Dr. Ananthakrishnan board certified as a 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 a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ananthakrishnan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Small Bowel Crohn's with Issues
- Ileitis with Complications
- Complicated Small Intestine Crohn's
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50019: Crohn's disease of small intestine with unspecified complications
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Ananthakrishnan typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ananthakrishnan 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
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. Ananthakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ananthakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-7411 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
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Not Specified
State of Maine
Unknown
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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) 726-7411
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.
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. Ashwin Ananthakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ananthakrishnan is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Emerson Health, Elliot Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Exeter Hospital, Brigham And Women's 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
When to see a Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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) 726-7411 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) 726-7411 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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