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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krishna, Gastroenterologist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Somashekar Krishna, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Krishna graduated from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute and completed his residency at Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Krishna is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishna’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishna’s office at (614) 293-6255.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Krishna?
Dr. Somashekar Krishna, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Krishna empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopic Ultrasound, Pancreatic Cancer-Early Detection, Pancreatic Disease, Pancreatic/Biliary Endoscopy (ERCP), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Columbus/OH community, Dr. Krishna is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Krishna go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute
Is Dr. Krishna board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Somashekar Krishna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Krishna speak?
Dr. Krishna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
What conditions does Dr. Krishna treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Krishna 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. Krishna. 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:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Chronic Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Hereditary pancreatitis
- Long-Term Pancreas Inflammation
- Ongoing Pancreatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K861: Other chronic pancreatitis
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Krishna perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Krishna 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. Krishna. 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:
- ERCP with Stent Placement
- ERCP for Bile/Pancreatic Stent Exchange
- ERCP with Bile Duct Dilation
- ERCP with Bile or Pancreatic Duct Stent Removal
- ERCP with Sphincterotomy
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography with Stent
- Bile Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
- Pancreatic Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
- Bile duct stent replacement (ERCP)
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography with stent exchange
- Biliary stent removal and replacement
- Pancreatic duct stent exchange
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography with Dilation
- Bile Duct Widening via ERCP
- Pancreatic Duct Balloon Dilation
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
- Bile Duct Stent Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Foreign Body Removal
- ERCP Stone Removal
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
- Bile duct scope
- Pancreatic duct scope
- Papillotomy
CPT Codes:
- 43274: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with placement of endoscopic stent into biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent
- 43276: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal and exchange of stent(s), biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent exchanged
- 43277: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with trans-endoscopic balloon dilation of biliary/pancreatic duct(s) or of ampulla (sphincteroplasty), including sphincterotomy, when performed, each duct
- 43275: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of foreign body(s) or stent(s) from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
- 43262: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with sphincterotomy/papillotomy
Also known as:
- EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- ERCP with Biopsy
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound
- EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography with Biopsy
- Bile Duct Biopsy (ERCP)
- Pancreatic Duct Biopsy (ERCP)
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43237: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43261: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with biopsy, single or multiple
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
Also known as:
- Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- EGD with EUS-FNA
- Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
- Esophageal/Stomach Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43238: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s), (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures)
Also known as:
- ERCP with Gallstone Removal
- ERCP
- Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
- Biliary Duct Stone Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
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 Ultrasound (EUS)
- Upper Endoscopy with Tumor Ablation
- EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
- Esophageal ultrasound
- Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
- Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy
- EGD with Ablation
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Ablation
- Flexible Endoscopy Lesion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis
- 43270: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Microscopic View
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with optical endomicroscopy
- EGD with advanced imaging
- Flexible endoscopy with cellular imaging
CPT Codes:
- 43252: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with optical endomicroscopy
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound and Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
- Transoral EUS-FNA
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43242: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s) (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy for Foreign Body Removal
- EGD for Foreign Body
- Gastroscopy for Object Removal
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy for Foreign Body
CPT Codes:
- 43247: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of foreign body(s)
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Tube Placement into Bile or Pancreatic Duct
- ERCP Cannulation
- Bile Duct Cannulation
- Pancreatic Duct Access (Endoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 43273: Endoscopic cannulation of papilla with direct visualization of pancreatic/common bile duct(s) (List separately in addition to code(s) for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- EGD with Ultrasound-Guided Injection
- Upper Endoscopy with EUS Injection
- Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound
- Transmural Injection via Endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43253: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided transmural injection of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, neurolytic agent) or fiducial marker(s) (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis)
Does Dr. Krishna accept my insurance?
Dr. Krishna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-6255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krishna accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Krishna in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Nevada
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Krishna's office located?
Dr. Somashekar Krishna's Primary Practice
2050 Kenny Rd
Columbus, OH 43221
(614) 293-6255
What is Dr. Krishna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609966183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishna
What is Dr. Somashekar Krishna's specialty?
Dr. Krishna is a Gastroenterologist near Columbus, OH. 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. Contact Dr. Krishna to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Somashekar Krishna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krishna is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 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 Somashekar Krishna accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Somashekar Krishna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Somashekar Krishna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krishna's office at (614) 293-6255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Somashekar Krishna?
Please contact Dr. Krishna's office at (614) 293-6255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Somashekar Krishna have?
Dr. Somashekar Krishna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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