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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Harb typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Harb typically 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. 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
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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
HealthSmart
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Harb's office located?
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.
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 this Dr. Rula Harb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Harb is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial 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
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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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