36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jensen, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Craig Jensen, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Jensen graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Jensen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jensen’s office at (832) 822-2778.
Where did Dr. Jensen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine, Pediatric Gastroenterology | Pediatric Gastroenterology, Buffalo School of Medicine, Buffalo, NY
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Sch of Medicine
Is Dr. Jensen board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Craig Jensen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Jensen speak?
Dr. Jensen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Jensen typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Jensen 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. Jensen. 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:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
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:
- Short Bowel Syndrome
- Short Gut Syndrome
- SBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K90829: Short bowel syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Jensen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Craig Jensen may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Jensen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jensen accept my insurance?
Dr. Jensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 822-2778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jensen accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Jensen in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jensen's office located?
What is Dr. Jensen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891875159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jensen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jensen
What is Dr. Craig Jensen's specialty?
Dr. Jensen is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Houston, TX.
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. Craig Jensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jensen is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth 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 Craig Jensen accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Craig Jensen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Jensen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jensen's office at (832) 822-2778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Jensen?
Please contact Dr. Jensen's office at (832) 822-2778 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Jensen have?
Dr. Craig Jensen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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