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Dr. James Trotter, MD

Dr. James Trotter, MD

Las Vegas, NV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Trotter, Gastroenterologist in Las Vegas, NV?

    Dr. James Trotter, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Trotter graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Internal Medicine. Dr. Trotter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Trotter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Trotter’s office at (214) 820-8500.

    Where did Dr. Trotter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Internal Medicine | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Trotter speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Trotter typically treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Trotter 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. Trotter. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
    • End-stage alcoholic liver disease
    • Severe alcoholic liver scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
    • K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Weak Immune System
    • Immune System Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites
    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    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:

    • Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NASH
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
    • Fatty liver inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)

    What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Trotter typically perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Trotter 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. Trotter. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Trotter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Trotter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 820-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Trotter accept in Las Vegas, NV?

    Dr. Trotter in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Intermountain Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Idaho

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Trotter's office located?

    Dr. James Trotter's Primary Practice

    2650 N Tenaya Way Ste 360

    Las Vegas, NV 89128

    (214) 820-8500

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

    Dr. Trotter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225128903.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Trotter?

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

    What is Dr. James Trotter's specialty?

    Dr. Trotter is a Gastroenterologist near Las Vegas, NV.

    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. James Trotter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Trotter is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center, Intermountain Medical Center, St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center, Riverton Hospital, Mckay-Dee Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Gastroenterologist. Explore 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 James Trotter accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?

    Yes, Dr. James Trotter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Trotter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Trotter's office at (214) 820-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Trotter?

    Please contact Dr. Trotter's office at (214) 820-8500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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