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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cares, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Kristen Cares, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI. Dr. Cares graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Cares is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cares’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cares’s office at (313) 745-5155.
Where did Dr. Cares go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cares speak?
Dr. Cares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Cares typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Cares 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. Cares. 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels
- Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Cares typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Cares 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. Cares. 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:
- 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 with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Cares accept my insurance?
Dr. Cares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 745-5155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cares accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Cares in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Molina Healthcare
State of Michigan
State of North Dakota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cares' office located?
What is Dr. Cares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063641637.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cares
What is Dr. Kristen Cares's specialty?
Dr. Cares is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Detroit, MI.
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. Kristen Cares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cares is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health Trenton 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
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Is Kristen Cares accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Cares is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Cares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cares's office at (313) 745-5155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Cares?
Please contact Dr. Cares's office at (313) 745-5155 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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