Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Goyal, Gastroenterologist in South Plainfield, NJ?
Dr. Alok Goyal, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in South Plainfield, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Goyal completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Gastroenterology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt-St Lukes D, Internal Medicine. Dr. Goyal is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Goyal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goyal’s office.
Where did Dr. Goyal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Gastroenterology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt-St Lukes D, Internal Medicine | St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Ne
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny
Is Dr. Goyal board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Alok Goyal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Goyal speak?
Dr. Goyal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Goyal typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Goyal 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. Goyal. 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:
- 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Goyal typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Goyal 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. Goyal. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 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
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
- EGD with Polypectomy
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
- Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Goyal accept my insurance?
Dr. Goyal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Goyal accept in South Plainfield, NJ?
Dr. Goyal in South Plainfield, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Goyal's office located?
What is Dr. Goyal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Goyal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003848805.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goyal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Goyal
What is Dr. Alok Goyal's specialty?
Dr. Goyal is a Gastroenterologist near South Plainfield, NJ.
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. Alok Goyal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Goyal is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick 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 Alok Goyal accepting new patients in South Plainfield, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Alok Goyal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alok Goyal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Goyal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alok Goyal?
Please contact Dr. Goyal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alok Goyal have?
Dr. Alok Goyal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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