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Dr. Rula Harb, MD

Los Angeles, CA

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    Who is Dr. Harb, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Rula Harb, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Harb is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harb’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. Harb’s office at (323) 361-2181.

    Is Dr. Harb board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rula Harb, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Harb speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Harb treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Harb 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. Harb. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified
    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Feeding Difficulties
    • Atypical Feeding Problems
    • Unusual Eating Issues
    • Specific Feeding Challenges

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6339: Other feeding difficulties

    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:

    • 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:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Terminal Ileitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications

    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:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Colitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications

    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:

    • High Liver Enzymes
    • ALT Blood Test
    • AST Test
    • Elevated ALT
    • Elevated AST
    • Abnormal liver function test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Celiac Disease
    • Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
    • Sprue
    • Coeliac Disease
    • Gluten Intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K900: Celiac disease

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    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:

    • Acute Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
    • Acute Pancreas Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Harb perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Harb 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. Harb. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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. Harb accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harb accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-2181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harb accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Harb in Los Angeles, 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

    • Alliant Techsystems

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicaid

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Harb's office located?

    Dr. Rula Harb's Primary Practice

    4650 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 361-2181

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    Dr. Rula Harb's Practice 2

    1419 19th St

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

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

    Dr. Harb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316045156.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harb?

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

    What is Dr. Rula Harb's specialty?

    Dr. Harb is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Los Angeles, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Harb to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rula Harb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Harb is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Pediatric Gastroenterologist 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 Rula Harb accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rula Harb is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rula Harb offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harb's office at (323) 361-2181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rula Harb?

    Please contact Dr. Harb's office at (323) 361-2181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rula Harb have?

    Dr. Rula Harb is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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