Dr. Jatinder Bhardwaj, MD
Shreveport, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhardwaj, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Jatinder Bhardwaj, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bhardwaj graduated from Maulana Azad and completed his residency at Flushing Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Bhardwaj is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhardwaj’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhardwaj’s office at (415) 600-4050.
Where did Dr. Bhardwaj go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Flushing Hospital Medical Center
Medical School: Maulana Azad
Is Dr. Bhardwaj board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Jatinder Bhardwaj, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Bhardwaj speak?
Dr. Bhardwaj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Bhardwaj treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bhardwaj 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. Bhardwaj. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
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:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Chemistry
- Blood
- Irregular blood test results
- Unusual blood work
- Abnormal blood panel
ICD-10 Codes:
- R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified
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:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fecal Impaction
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Severe Constipation
- Impacted Stool
- Bowel Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5641: Fecal impaction
What procedures does Dr. Bhardwaj perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bhardwaj 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. Bhardwaj. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
- Rectal exam with general anesthesia
- Anorectal surgery for diagnosis
CPT Codes:
- 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic
Does Dr. Bhardwaj accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhardwaj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-4050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhardwaj accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Bhardwaj in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Bowling Green State University
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independence Blue Cross
MedImpact
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bhardwaj's office located?
Dr. Jatinder Bhardwaj's Primary Practice
1541 Kings Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71103
(415) 600-4050
What is Dr. Bhardwaj's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhardwaj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689736043.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhardwaj?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhardwaj
What is Dr. Jatinder Bhardwaj's specialty?
Dr. Bhardwaj is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Bhardwaj to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jatinder Bhardwaj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhardwaj is affiliated with Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Ochsner LSU Health - Monroe Medical Center 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
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Is Jatinder Bhardwaj accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Jatinder Bhardwaj is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jatinder Bhardwaj offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhardwaj's office at (415) 600-4050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jatinder Bhardwaj?
Please contact Dr. Bhardwaj's office at (415) 600-4050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jatinder Bhardwaj have?
Dr. Jatinder Bhardwaj is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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