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Dr. Otis Stephen, MD

Dr. Otis Stephen, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stephen, Gastroenterologist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Otis Stephen, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Stephen completed his residency at John Hopkins University/Sinai Hospital. Dr. Stephen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephen’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephen’s office at (310) 423-3870.

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

    • Fellowship: St. Louis University

    • Residency: John Hopkins University/Sinai Hospital

    • Medical School: Ohio State University

    Is Dr. Stephen board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Otis Stephen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Stephen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Stephen treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Stephen 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. Stephen. 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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine with Bowel Blockage
    • Crohn's Disease
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Small Bowel Crohn's with Obstruction', 'Ileitis with Intestinal Blockage', 'Bowel Obstruction from Crohn's

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K50012: Crohn's disease of small intestine with intestinal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Vascular Disorder
    • Digestive Disease
    • Bowel Blood Vessel Problems
    • Mesenteric Vascular Disease
    • Gut Circulation Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K558: Other vascular disorders of intestine

    What procedures does Dr. Stephen perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Stephen 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. Stephen. 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:

    • Small Intestine Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Small Intestine Endoscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Small Intestine Endoscopy with Tumor/Polyp Removal
    • Small Intestine Endoscopy to Stop Bleeding
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Enteroscopy with Biopsy
    • Small Bowel Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Biopsy (Endoscopic)
    • Enteroscopy with biopsy
    • Deep small bowel endoscopy
    • Ileum endoscopy
    • Small bowel scope with tissue sample
    • Enteroscopy with Hemostasis
    • Small Bowel Endoscopy for Bleeding
    • Ileum Endoscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Enteroscopy with Lesion Ablation
    • Small Bowel Polyp Removal
    • Intestinal Tumor Ablation (Endoscopic)
    • Enteroscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Deep Enteroscopy
    • Intestinal Bleeding Treatment Endoscopy
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44361: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 44377: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 44378: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, including ileum; with control of bleeding (eg, injection, bipolar cautery, unipolar cautery, laser, heater probe, stapler, plasma coagulator)
    • 44369: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) not amenable to removal by hot biopsy forceps, bipolar cautery or snare technique
    • 44366: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with control of bleeding (eg, injection, bipolar cautery, unipolar cautery, laser, heater probe, stapler, plasma coagulator)
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Balloon Dilation
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Dilation
    • Colon Dilation during Colonoscopy
    • Endoscopic Balloon Dilation of Colon

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45386: Colonoscopy, flexible; with transendoscopic balloon dilation

    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:

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Capsule Endoscopy
    • Pill Camera
    • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
    • Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Imaging Pill

    CPT Codes:

    • 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Stephen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stephen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-3870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stephen accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Stephen in Santa Monica, 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

    • Cigna

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Stephen's office located?

    Dr. Otis Stephen's Primary Practice

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 423-3870

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    Dr. Otis Stephen's Practice 2

    8730 Gracie Allen Dr

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

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    Dr. Otis Stephen's Practice 3

    1223 16th St Ste 2101

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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

    Dr. Stephen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780615906.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephen?

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

    What is Dr. Otis Stephen's specialty?

    Dr. Stephen is a Gastroenterologist near Santa Monica, CA. 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. Stephen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Otis Stephen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen is affiliated with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCI Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center 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

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    Is Otis Stephen accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Otis Stephen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Otis Stephen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (310) 423-3870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Otis Stephen?

    Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (310) 423-3870 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Otis Stephen have?

    Dr. Otis Stephen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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