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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sidhu, Gastroenterologist in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Simran Sidhu is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sidhu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sidhu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sidhu’s office at (831) 424-8888.
What languages does Dr. Sidhu speak?
Dr. Sidhu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Sidhu typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sidhu 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. Sidhu. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Sidhu typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sidhu 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. Sidhu. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Sidhu accept my insurance?
Dr. Sidhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 424-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sidhu accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Sidhu in Salinas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sidhu's office located?
What is Dr. Sidhu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sidhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821445040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sidhu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sidhu
What is Dr. Simran Sidhu's specialty?
Dr. Sidhu is a Gastroenterologist near Salinas, CA.
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. Simran Sidhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sidhu is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula 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 Simran Sidhu accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Simran Sidhu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Simran Sidhu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sidhu's office at (831) 424-8888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Simran Sidhu?
Please contact Dr. Sidhu's office at (831) 424-8888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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