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Dr. Charles Headrick, MD

Dr. Charles Headrick, MD

Encino, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Headrick, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Encino, CA?

    Dr. Charles Headrick, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Encino, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Headrick completed his residency at Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Baylor Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Headrick is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Headrick’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Headrick’s office at (818) 996-8505.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Headrick?

    Dr. Charles Headrick, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Headrick empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon & Rectal Cancer, Diverticulitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Encino/CA community, Dr. Headrick is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Headrick go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX

    • Residency: Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Baylor Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Bumc-General Surgery | Baylor University Medical Center

    • Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx

    Is Dr. Headrick board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Headrick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Headrick speak?

    Dr. Headrick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Headrick treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Headrick 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. Headrick. 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:

    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • First Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Second Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Third Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Perianal Blood Clot
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Anal Disorder
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin
    • Internal hemorrhoids
    • Grade 1 hemorrhoids
    • Mild hemorrhoids
    • Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
    • Grade 2 hemorrhoids
    • Moderate hemorrhoids
    • Prolapsed hemorrhoids
    • Grade 3 hemorrhoids
    • Severe hemorrhoids
    • Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
    • External Hemorrhoid Clot
    • Blood Clot near Anus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
    • K640: First degree hemorrhoids
    • K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
    • K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
    • K645: Perianal venous thrombosis

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Anal Itching
    • Anal Disorder
    • Itching
    • Pruritus Ani
    • Itchy Anus
    • Perianal Itch

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L290: Pruritus ani

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    • IBS-D
    • Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
    • Spastic Colon with Diarrhea
    • Spastic Colon
    • Functional Bowel Disorder
    • IBS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea
    • K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified

    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:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Spasm
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract
    • Rectal Spasm
    • Proctalgia Fugax
    • Anal Muscle Spasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula
    • K594: Anal spasm

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Prolapse
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Protruding Rectum
    • Bowel Prolapse
    • Rectal Eversion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K623: Rectal prolapse

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Long-Term Anal Tear
    • Persistent Rectal Fissure
    • Chronic Fissure in Anus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K601: Chronic anal fissure

    Also known as:

    • History of rectal or anal cancer
    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Past rectal cancer
    • Anal cancer survivor
    • Previous rectosigmoid malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85048: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of rectum, rectosigmoid junction, and anus

    Also known as:

    • Anal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Anal Disorder
    • Perianal Abscess
    • Pus Pocket near Anus
    • Anal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K610: Anal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Having a Colostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
    • Colon stoma
    • Bowel diversion surgery
    • Large intestine ostomy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z933: Colostomy status

    Which procedures does Dr. Headrick perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Headrick may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Headrick's office.

    Does Dr. Headrick accept my insurance?

    Dr. Headrick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 996-8505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Headrick accept in Encino, CA?

    Dr. Headrick in Encino, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicaid

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Headrick's office located?

    Dr. Charles Headrick's Primary Practice

    16311 Ventura Blvd Ste 505

    Encino, CA 91436

    (818) 996-8505

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    Dr. Charles Headrick's Practice 2

    5525 Etiwanda Ave Ste 201

    Tarzana, CA 91356

    (818) 996-8505

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Southern California Super Doctors

    Southern California Super Doctors 2008

    What is Dr. Headrick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Headrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265537831.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Headrick?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Headrick

    What is Dr. Charles Headrick's specialty?

    Dr. Headrick is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Encino, CA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Headrick to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Headrick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Headrick is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Explore Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Charles Headrick accepting new patients in Encino, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Headrick is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Headrick offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Headrick's office at (818) 996-8505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Headrick?

    Please contact Dr. Headrick's office at (818) 996-8505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Headrick have?

    Dr. Charles Headrick is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery.

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