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Who is Dr. Yamaga, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Ardath Yamaga, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Yamaga is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yamaga’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yamaga’s office at (323) 669-2181.
Where did Dr. Yamaga go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Yamaga board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Ardath Yamaga, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Yamaga speak?
Dr. Yamaga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yamaga treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Yamaga 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. Yamaga. 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
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
Also known as:
- Underweight
- Body Weight
- Low body weight
- Below healthy weight
- Malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- R636: Underweight
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
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:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
- SIBO
- Bacterial overgrowth in small intestine
- Gut bacterial imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K638219: Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Immune System Findings in Organ or Tissue Samples
- Unusual Immune Test Results
- Atypical Immunological Findings
- Immune System Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R894: Abnormal immunological findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- IBS-C
- Constipation-Predominant IBS
- Spastic Colon with Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K581: Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
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:
- Malabsorption Due to Intolerance
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Food Intolerance Malabsorption
- Digestive Intolerance
- Nutrient Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K9049: Malabsorption due to intolerance, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Gastroparesis
- Stomach Disorder
- Delayed Gastric Emptying
- Stomach Paralysis
- Gastric Motility Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3184: Gastroparesis
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
Which procedures does Dr. Yamaga perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ardath Yamaga may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yamaga's office.
Does Dr. Yamaga accept my insurance?
Dr. Yamaga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 669-2181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yamaga accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Yamaga 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
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gordon Food Service
Heritage Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yamaga's office located?
Dr. Ardath Yamaga's Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd # 78
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 669-2181
What is Dr. Yamaga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yamaga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215024658.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yamaga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yamaga
What is Dr. Ardath Yamaga's specialty?
Dr. Yamaga 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. Yamaga to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ardath Yamaga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yamaga is affiliated with PIH Health Good Samaritan 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Ardath Yamaga accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ardath Yamaga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ardath Yamaga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yamaga's office at (323) 669-2181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ardath Yamaga?
Please contact Dr. Yamaga's office at (323) 669-2181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ardath Yamaga have?
Dr. Ardath Yamaga is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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