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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Moustafellos, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Elaine Moustafellos, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Moustafellos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Moustafellos’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Moustafellos’s office at (551) 996-8840.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Moustafellos?
Dr. Elaine Moustafellos, 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. Moustafellos empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Esophageal Disorders, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Malabsorption Syndrome, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hackensack, NJ community, Dr. Moustafellos is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Moustafellos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Moustafellos speak?
Dr. Moustafellos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Moustafellos typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Moustafellos 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. Moustafellos. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
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:
- 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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Complicated Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Regional Enteritis with Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50919: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with unspecified complications
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Moustafellos typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Moustafellos 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. Moustafellos. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Moustafellos accept my insurance?
Dr. Moustafellos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (551) 996-8840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Moustafellos accept in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Moustafellos in Hackensack, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
National Benefit Fund
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Moustafellos' office located?
Dr. Elaine Moustafellos' Primary Practice
155 Polifly Rd Ste 102
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(551) 996-8840
What hospitals are Dr. Moustafellos affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Moustafellos has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Moustafellos's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Moustafellos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962449207.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Moustafellos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Moustafellos
What is Dr. Elaine Moustafellos's specialty?
Dr. Moustafellos is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Hackensack, NJ.
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 Dr. Elaine Moustafellos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Moustafellos is affiliated with Hackensack University 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 Dr. Elaine Moustafellos accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Elaine Moustafellos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elaine Moustafellos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Moustafellos' office at (551) 996-8840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elaine Moustafellos?
Please contact Dr. Moustafellos' office at (551) 996-8840 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Moustafellos' office located?
Dr. Moustafellos' offices are located in Hackensack, NJ and Perth Amboy, NJ.
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