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Dr. Rakesh Hegde, MD

Dr. Rakesh Hegde, MD

Springfield, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hegde, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Springfield, MO?

    Dr. Rakesh Hegde, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hegde is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hegde’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hegde’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Hegde speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hegde treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Hegde 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. Hegde. 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:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Colon Cancer
    • Rectal Cancer
    • Bowel Cancer
    • Colorectal Carcinoma
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
    • C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Perianal Blood Clot
    • Anal Disorder
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins
    • Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
    • External Hemorrhoid Clot
    • Blood Clot near Anus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
    • K648: Other hemorrhoids
    • K645: Perianal venous thrombosis

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Abscess
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula
    • Colon Diverticular Inflammation
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    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:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Having an Ileostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
    • Ileal stoma
    • Bowel diversion surgery
    • Small intestine ostomy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z932: Ileostomy status

    What procedures does Dr. Hegde perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Hegde 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. Hegde. 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:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
    • External Thrombosed Hemorrhoid Removal
    • Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Banding of Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Banding
    • Clotted Hemorrhoid Excision
    • External Hemorrhoid Surgery
    • Thrombosed Pile Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
    • 46320: Excision of thrombosed hemorrhoid, external

    Also known as:

    • Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
    • Anoscopy
    • Anal Canal Exam
    • Rectal Scope Exam
    • Anus Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Colon Mobilization
    • Laparoscopic Partial Colon Removal
    • Splenic Flexure Mobilization
    • Laparoscopic Colectomy Assist
    • Colon Take-down Surgery
    • Minimally invasive colectomy
    • Laparoscopic bowel resection
    • Keyhole colon surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 44213: Laparoscopy, surgical, mobilization (take-down) of splenic flexure performed in conjunction with partial colectomy (List separately in addition to primary procedure)
    • 44207: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with anastomosis, with coloproctostomy (low pelvic anastomosis)

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
    • Piles Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;

    Does Dr. Hegde accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hegde accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hegde accept in Springfield, MO?

    Dr. Hegde in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Hegde's office located?

    Dr. Rakesh Hegde's Primary Practice

    1001 E Primrose St

    Springfield, MO 65807

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    Dr. Rakesh Hegde's Practice 2

    525 Branson Landing Blvd Ste 307

    Branson, MO 65616

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    Dr. Rakesh Hegde's Practice 3

    1000 N Village Ave

    Rockville Centre, NY 11570

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

    Dr. Hegde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164759924.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hegde?

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

    What is Dr. Rakesh Hegde's specialty?

    Dr. Hegde is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Springfield, MO. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Hegde to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rakesh Hegde affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hegde is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South, Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, NY 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 Rakesh Hegde accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Rakesh Hegde is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rakesh Hegde offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hegde's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rakesh Hegde?

    Please contact Dr. Hegde's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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