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Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj, MD, PHD

Gastroenterologist, Hospitalist, Internist

New Haven, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Muniraj, Gastroenterologist in New Haven, CT?

    Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj, MD, PHD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT. He is board certified. Dr. Muniraj is currently affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital Smilow Cancer Center. Dr. Muniraj is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muniraj’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muniraj’s office.

    Is Dr. Muniraj board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Muniraj speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

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

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Muniraj 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. Muniraj. 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:

    • Pancreatic Cyst
    • Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
    • Pancreatic Disease
    • Cyst on Pancreas
    • Pancreatic Pseudocyst
    • Fluid Sac on Pancreas
    • Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
    • Named Pancreatic Conditions
    • Other Defined Pancreas Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K862: Cyst of pancreas
    • K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

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

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Muniraj 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. Muniraj. 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:

    • ERCP for Bile/Pancreatic Stent Exchange
    • ERCP with Stent Placement
    • Bile duct stent replacement (ERCP)
    • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography with stent exchange
    • Biliary stent removal and replacement
    • Pancreatic duct stent exchange
    • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography with Stent
    • Bile Duct Stent Placement via ERCP
    • Pancreatic Duct Stent Placement via ERCP

    CPT Codes:

    • 43276: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal and exchange of stent(s), biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent exchanged
    • 43274: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with placement of endoscopic stent into biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent

    Also known as:

    • ERCP with Gallstone Removal
    • ERCP
    • Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
    • Biliary Duct Stone Removal
    • Pancreatic Duct Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)

    Also known as:

    • EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound
    • Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound
    • EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 43237: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures

    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:

    • Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • EGD with EUS-FNA
    • Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Esophageal/Stomach Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43238: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s), (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound and Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Transoral EUS-FNA
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43242: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s) (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis)

    Does Dr. Muniraj accept my insurance?

    Dr. Muniraj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Muniraj accept in New Haven, CT?

    Dr. Muniraj in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Muniraj's office located?

    Yale New Haven Hospital Smilow Cancer Center

    20 York St

    New Haven, CT 06510

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

    Dr. Muniraj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033436530.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muniraj?

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

    What is Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj's specialty?

    Dr. Muniraj is a Gastroenterologist near New Haven, CT.

    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 Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Muniraj is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Greenwich Hospital, Bridgeport Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Westerly 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 Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj?

    Please contact Dr. Muniraj's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Muniraj's office located?

    Dr. Muniraj's office is located in New Haven, CT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj have?

    Dr. Thiruvengadam Muniraj is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.