Dr. Kristin Whitfield Van Buren, MD
Houston, TX
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Whitfield Van Buren, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX?
Where did Dr. Whitfield Van Buren go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. Whitfield Van Buren board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Kristin Whitfield Van Buren, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Whitfield Van Buren speak?
Dr. Whitfield Van Buren and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Whitfield Van Buren typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Whitfield Van Buren 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. Whitfield Van Buren. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Short Bowel Syndrome
- Short Gut Syndrome
- SBS
- Intestinal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K90821: Short bowel syndrome with colon in continuity
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Gastroschisis
- Birth Defects
- Abdominal wall defect
- Intestines outside body at birth
- Bowel protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q793: Gastroschisis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Whitfield Van Buren typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Whitfield Van Buren 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. Whitfield Van Buren. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Whitfield Van Buren accept my insurance?
Dr. Whitfield Van Buren accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 822-3131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Whitfield Van Buren accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Whitfield Van Buren in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Louisiana
Texas Children's Hospital
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Where is Dr. Whitfield Van Buren's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Whitfield Van Buren affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Whitfield Van Buren has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Whitfield Van Buren's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Whitfield Van Buren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477871333.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Whitfield Van Buren?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Whitfield Van Buren