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Who is Dr. Mcgovern, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Caitriona Mcgovern, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Brockton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mcgovern is currently affiliated with Boston Childrens Hospital Hunnewell Housestaff Lou. Dr. Mcgovern is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcgovern’s office at (508) 232-6465.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mcgovern?
Dr. Caitriona Mcgovern, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mcgovern empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Celiac Disease, Constipation, Digestive Disorders, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Nutrition, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brockton, MA community, Dr. Mcgovern is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Mcgovern speak?
Dr. Mcgovern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Mcgovern typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mcgovern 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. Mcgovern. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
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:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
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:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Complicated Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels
- Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50819: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with unspecified complications
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
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
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Mcgovern typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mcgovern 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. Mcgovern. 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 here.
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 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:
- Continuous Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Oximetry Test
- Blood Oxygen Level Check
CPT Codes:
- 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Venipuncture
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous Access
- Catheter Placement Vein
CPT Codes:
- 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein
Does Dr. Mcgovern accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcgovern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 232-6465 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcgovern accept in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Mcgovern in Brockton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mcgovern's office located?
Dr. Caitriona Mcgovern's Primary Practice
1 Pearl St Ste 200
Brockton, MA 02301
(508) 232-6465
What is Dr. Mcgovern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcgovern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659733087.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcgovern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcgovern
What is Dr. Caitriona Mcgovern's specialty?
Dr. Mcgovern is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Brockton, MA.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Caitriona Mcgovern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcgovern is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Caitriona Mcgovern accepting new patients in Brockton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Caitriona Mcgovern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caitriona Mcgovern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcgovern's office at (508) 232-6465 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caitriona Mcgovern?
Please contact Dr. Mcgovern's office at (508) 232-6465 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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